Head of Wills and Probate
- Derby
- £60,000-80,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Lead with purpose. Inspire a team. Redefine probate services.📍 Location: Derby(with travel across UK offices as required)
💼 Position: Head of Probate
💷 Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 DOE + Bonus + Benefits
🕒 Flexibility: Hybrid working availableA rare leadership opportunity has arisen at a fast-growing, process-driven private client firm that's reshaping the way people experience probate and estate planning.We're looking for a Head of Probate - someone with the right mix of legal expertise, operational awareness, and inspirational leadership - to guide a national team, raise service standards, and drive performance in line with the firm's vision: protecting memories, not just money.This role is perfect for someone who has a strong background in high-volume private client or conveyancing work and is ready to take the step into strategic leadership.🌟 What You'll Be Doing:Lead, mentor, and support Probate Managers and Legal Advisors across a national teamMaintain a small caseload of complex estates and trusts (as needed)Drive team engagement, development, and performance through regular 1:1s and structured reviewsEmbed and enhance processes across a network of branches to ensure consistency and excellenceOversee legal compliance, service delivery, and continuous improvement initiativesAnalyse performance data and shape strategies that improve client service, risk mitigation, and profitabilityContribute to recruitment, onboarding, marketing, and client experience strategyBe a key member of the senior legal team - collaborating with HR, Training, and Commercial Directors✅ What You'll Bring:Proven experience in probate, private client, or conveyancing (ideally in a process-heavy, high-volume setting)A passion for excellent client service and people developmentConfidence in leading and mentoring legal professionals at different stages of their careerAbility to balance technical legal oversight with commercial awarenessStrong knowledge of SRA regulations and compliance standardsExcellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skillsExperience managing performance, budgets or contributing to P&L desirable💡 Why Apply?Join a purpose-driven firm on a mission to modernise the probate experienceEnjoy autonomy and strategic input at senior leadership levelLead a dedicated, values-led team with national reachBe part of a collaborative, innovative culture where ideas and people matterHybrid working and flexible travel supportedReady to lead the future of probate?Apply now or contact us in confidence to discuss your next big step.
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