Probate Solicitor

Probate Solicitor

Pay: £32,000-£65,000 based on experience (Work level 6A & 5). Full‑time (37.5 hours) or part‑time available. Hybrid working with offices in Manchester, Sheffield, Bristol, or Stratford upon Avon.

Responsibilities

• Own a caseload of probate cases varying in complexity end‑to‑end, using a case management system and AI tools.
• Use the case management system to ensure accurate information recording.
• Engage with clients mainly by telephone and email.
• Collaborate with the team for support and continuously develop legal skills.
• Mentor junior team members using your legal knowledge.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive in private practice (CILEX or STEP qualification) or equivalent probate law experience.
• Strong initiative and ability to prioritise and organise work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Client‑focused, capable of building positive relationships remotely.

Why Co‑op?

• Annual bonus scheme (dependent on personal and business performance).
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions.
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 32 in line with service).
• Private healthcare (WL5 only).
• Wellbeing benefits to support physical, financial and mental health.
• Coaching, training, and support such as study leave.
• Discounts on Co‑op products and services.

Inclusive Work Environment

We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues feel they belong. We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we will support you.

Learn more about our recruitment process at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at https://jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion.