Contentious Probate Senior Solicitor

Job title: Contentious Probate Senior Solicitor
Location: Reading
Salary: £60,000-£75,000
PQE Level: 4+ PQE
Are you an ambitious contentious probate solicitor ready to take a step up and develop alongside one of the top teams in the Thames Valley? Our client, a long-standing L500 law firm with offices across the Thames Valley and they are looking for an experienced individual to join it's thriving Contentious Probate team.

• Take ownership of a varied caseload alongside two experienced partners, guiding estates and inheritance disputes from start to finish.
• Lead initial client calls, gather case details, and provide clear, pragmatic advice.
• Uphold rigorous quality and compliance standards, delivering an exceptional level of client care.
• Promote the full suite of services, identifying opportunities to support clients across practice areas.
• Mentor and supervise trainee solicitors, sharing your expertise to foster their development.
• Contribute to business development and networking initiatives, helping the team grow and strengthen its market reputation.

The ideal candidate will have 4 years experience in contentious probate work and thrive on client engagement, combining outstanding written and verbal communication skills with proactive initiative. As a collaborative team player, you bring integrity, professionalism and approachability to every matter, and you're adept at forging new relationships and spotting business-development opportunities that drive both client satisfaction and firm growth.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*