Contentious Probate Senior Associate Solicitor

• Tier 2 Legal 500 contentious probate team with a clear route to senior leadership
• High-quality, complex disputes with autonomy, trust and genuine progression
• Employee-owned firm where everyone has a voice in the future of the business

If you’re a contentious probate lawyer looking for more than just another caseload, this role offers the chance to become a key part of a highly regarded team at an important stage in its growth.

There’s a real opportunity for someone to take ownership of a substantial workload, become heavily involved in business development, and establish themselves as a future leader within the team.

The work is varied and intellectually stimulating, covering everything from estate disputes worth hundreds of thousands through to multi-million-pound matters, often involving significant complexity. You’ll also benefit from referrals coming through from a strong non-contentious private client team.

The culture is collaborative, supportive and refreshingly free of hierarchy. As an employee-owned business, the firm encourages everyone to contribute to its success and strategic direction, while maintaining the feel of a close-knit boutique practice.

Who we’re looking for

• Contentious Probate Solicitor, ideally 5-8 PQE
• Strong technical ability and confidence handling disputes independently
• Able to hit the ground running with minimal supervision
• Commercially minded with an interest in business development
• Hard-working, proactive and keen to contribute to team growth
• Looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine progression

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a varied contentious probate caseload
• Handling complex inheritance and estate disputes
• Working closely with the incoming Head of Department
• Building relationships with clients and professional contacts
• Supporting business development initiatives
• Helping shape the future growth of the department

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Employee-owned business
• Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home)
• Strong progression opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive culture
• Modern office with excellent motorway access
• High levels of autonomy and trust

Contact Rachael Conley

📩 rachael.conley@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606