Head of Contentious Probate
- Recruiter
- QED Legal
- Location
- Reading
- Salary
- £70000 per annum
- Posted
- 22 Nov 2024
- Closes
- 20 Dec 2024
- Ref
- BH-47925
- Contact
- Chris Prendergast
- Job Title
- Solicitor
- Practice Area
- Private Client
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Head of Contentious Probate
Location: Reading
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000
A leading firm in Reading is seeking an experienced Head of Contentious Probate to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior litigator to lead and expand the firm’s contentious trust and probate practice while benefiting from strong career progression and development.
The Role:
As the Head of Contentious Probate, you will manage and grow a busy caseload of contentious probate matters, handling complex litigation in areas such as contested wills, trusts, and inheritance disputes. You will provide leadership and support to junior colleagues, oversee financial controls, maintain high standards of quality, and contribute to business development. The role will involve building and maintaining client relationships, focusing on winning new business through referrals and networking.
You will work within a collaborative environment that offers ample opportunities for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
Location: Reading
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000
A leading firm in Reading is seeking an experienced Head of Contentious Probate to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior litigator to lead and expand the firm’s contentious trust and probate practice while benefiting from strong career progression and development.
The Role:
As the Head of Contentious Probate, you will manage and grow a busy caseload of contentious probate matters, handling complex litigation in areas such as contested wills, trusts, and inheritance disputes. You will provide leadership and support to junior colleagues, oversee financial controls, maintain high standards of quality, and contribute to business development. The role will involve building and maintaining client relationships, focusing on winning new business through referrals and networking.
You will work within a collaborative environment that offers ample opportunities for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of contentious probate, trusts, and inheritance disputes
- Lead business development efforts and build client relationships
- Support colleagues during bottlenecks or absences
- Provide litigation support across a range of Wills, Trusts, and Probate matters
- Maintain high financial and quality standards
- Attend departmental meetings and contribute to team goals
- Stay updated on technology and case management systems
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
- At least 3 years PQE in contentious probate matters
- Proven success in business development and winning new clients
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
- A proactive, driven attitude with the ability to manage complex litigation
- Experience with court appearances in the County Court, Court of Protection, and High Court
- Existing ACTAPS membership or willingness to study for it