Contentious Probate Solicitor
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable depending on experience plus competitive benefits package |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 October 2025 |
| Location: | Leeds, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Bailey Hunter |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JC3844 |
Summary
A well-regarded law firm is seeking an ambitious and driven Contentious Probate Solicitor (2+ PQE) to join their specialist team, working alongside their highly respected Head of Department.
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a varied caseload, develop your expertise, and play a key role in the continued growth of a Legal 500-recognised team.
The Role:
- Manage a caseload of contentious probate and trusts matters, both
independently and in collaboration with colleagues.
- Work closely with the Head of Department on complex cases.
- Actively contribute to business development and marketing to enhance both your
personal profile and the department’s reputation.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2+ years’ PQE in contentious probate work with strong technical
knowledge.
- A clean, valid practising certificate.
- Excellent client care skills, with a sensitive and professional approach.
- Strong communication, organisational and analytical skills.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to build strong client relationships.
- Proactive, with proven ability to manage a caseload and meet deadlines.
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Benefits package.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Full-time preferred, but part-time (minimum 30 hours over 4 or 5 days) will be
considered.
- Supportive, friendly team environment.
- Clear opportunities for career development and progression.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and supportive department that prides itself on delivering exceptional client service.
Please send your CV to Claire Cox at Bailey Hunter Ltd (Legal Recruitment Agency): clairecox@baileyhunter.com or www.baileyhunter.com
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a varied caseload, develop your expertise, and play a key role in the continued growth of a Legal 500-recognised team.
The Role:
- Manage a caseload of contentious probate and trusts matters, both
independently and in collaboration with colleagues.
- Work closely with the Head of Department on complex cases.
- Actively contribute to business development and marketing to enhance both your
personal profile and the department’s reputation.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2+ years’ PQE in contentious probate work with strong technical
knowledge.
- A clean, valid practising certificate.
- Excellent client care skills, with a sensitive and professional approach.
- Strong communication, organisational and analytical skills.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to build strong client relationships.
- Proactive, with proven ability to manage a caseload and meet deadlines.
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Benefits package.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Full-time preferred, but part-time (minimum 30 hours over 4 or 5 days) will be
considered.
- Supportive, friendly team environment.
- Clear opportunities for career development and progression.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and supportive department that prides itself on delivering exceptional client service.
Please send your CV to Claire Cox at Bailey Hunter Ltd (Legal Recruitment Agency): clairecox@baileyhunter.com or www.baileyhunter.com