Contentious Probate Fee Earner - Reed : Job Details

Contentious Probate Fee Earner

• Annual Salary: £50,000-£80,000, based on experience
• Location: Farnborough
• Job Type: Full-time

Join an award winning, Legal 500 LLP firm and shape the future of contentious probate law. We are seeking a talented and ambitious Contentious Probate Fee Earner to join our award-winning Private Wealth & Inheritance team. This role caters to all experience levels, offering the opportunity to work on a wide range of interesting and often complex matters, contributing to the strategic growth of our contentious probate offering.

The Opportunity

We offer a fantastic opportunity for someone with an interest in contentious probate matters who is looking to develop their career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Handle a diverse caseload of contentious probate matters, including disputes over wills, estates, trusts, and inheritance claims.
• Advise clients on complex and sensitive issues, ensuring a compassionate and strategic approach.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments, including our litigation, family, and property teams, to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Build strong client relationships through clear communication and a personal touch.
• Contribute to business development initiatives, including networking and thought leadership.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and client-focused individual who has:

• Experience in contentious probate, trust disputes, inheritance disputes, or related litigation work.
• Strong technical knowledge of probate practice, trusts, and estate-related conflict resolution.
• Excellent client care skills and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and empathy.
• Proven ability to manage a busy and complex caseload effectively and meet deadlines.
• Leadership experience or a desire to develop leadership capabilities within a growing team.
• A STEP qualification or a willingness to work towards one (desirable but not essential).

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Generous Fee Earner bonus.
• Free car parking for your convenience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including a pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, 25 days holiday plus an additional day for Christmas closure, and Perkbox benefits.
• The opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive and dynamic team.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.