Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Probate Lawyer
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Probate Lawyer
Huddersfield
Hybrid
Full & Part Time Hours Considered
Join a Leading Private Client Team!!
This highly regarded and long-standing law firm is seeking an experienced Probate Lawyer to join their team on a permanent basis due to expansion. Recognized for delivering exceptional client service, the team advises individuals, families, executors, trustees, and professional advisers on a wide range of estate administration matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented professional who enjoys working on complex, high-value estates and is looking to develop their career within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment.
Your Responsibilities:
- Managing all aspects of estate administration from instruction to completion.
- Administering high-value and complex estates, including those involving business interests, agricultural property, trusts, investment portfolios, and overseas assets.
- Preparing applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration.
- Advising executors, trustees, and beneficiaries throughout the estate administration process.
- Preparing inheritance tax returns and liaising with HMRC on complex tax matters.
- Identifying inheritance tax planning opportunities during the administration of estates.
- Preparing estate accounts and overseeing the distribution of assets.
- Working closely with accountants, financial advisers, wealth managers, valuers, and other professional advisers to deliver the best outcomes for clients.
- Assisting with contested estates and claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 where appropriate.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional referrers.
- Supporting the continued growth and success of the Private Client department.
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What We're Looking For:
The firm is looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with outstanding client care and enjoys building long-term client relationships.
You will ideally have:
- Significant experience in probate and estate administration.
- Experience managing high-net-worth and technically complex estates.
- Excellent knowledge of inheritance tax, estate administration, and trust law.
- A thorough understanding of probate practice and procedure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex issues clearly and compassionately.
- The confidence to manage a busy caseload independently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
- A proactive, commercial approach and a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding client service.
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What Would Be Advantageous (but Not Essential):
- Qualification as a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX), STEP practitioner, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience advising on trusts, succession planning, and broader private client matters.
- Experience supervising or mentoring colleagues.
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Performance-related bonus scheme.
- The opportunity to work on high-quality, complex, and rewarding matters.
- A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Pension scheme.
- Financial support for relevant professional qualifications.
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If you are an experienced Probate Lawyer looking to take the next step in your career within a thriving Private Client team, I'd love to hear from you. Whether you're seeking exposure to more complex work, greater career progression, or a supportive environment where you can continue to develop your expertise, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.
Apply today or contact me for a confidential, informal discussion about the role.
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