The Stephen James Partnership

Probate Executive - Elite City Law Firm

London

Posted 4 days ago

Early applicant

On-site

Full-time

Mid Level

A leading City law firm is seeking a Probate Executive to join its highly regarded Private Client team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual with 2+ years’ probate experience to work on a broad range of estate administration matters within a prestigious and supportive environment.

Key responsibilities will include: Managing probate and estate administration matters from inception to completion Preparing inheritance tax forms and probate applications Liaising with executors, beneficiaries, financial institutions, and third parties Drafting legal documentation and client correspondence Assisting on complex private client and high-net-worth estate matters Maintaining accurate file management and ensuring compliance procedures are followed

The successful candidate will have: Ideally 2+ years’ experience within probate or private client law Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail The ability to manage a busy workload effectively Excellent communication and client-facing skills Prior experience within a reputable private client team

In return, the firm offers exposure to high-quality work, excellent career progression opportunities, and a collaborative team culture within an elite City environment.

Skills

Probate Law

Estate Administration

Inheritance Tax

Legal Documentation

Client Correspondence

File Management

Compliance Procedures

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail