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Legal Executive - Probate

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Pertemps Network Group

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United Kingdom , Maidenhead

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Not provided

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Salary:

35000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

We’re looking for a Legal Executive with a minimum of one year’s Private Client / Probate experience to help deliver modern, efficient and empathetic probate and estate administration services.

Job Responsibility:

  • Managing a varied caseload of probate and estate administration matters from instruction through to distribution
  • Providing expert legal advice on probate, inheritance tax and private client matters
  • Drafting and reviewing legal documents including IHT forms, grant applications and estate accounts
  • Ensuring compliance with probate law, SRA regulations and internal governance standards
  • Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues and paralegals

Requirements:

  • Legal Counsel / Legal Executive / Lawyer with a minimum of one year's experience in probate or private client law
  • Someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is excited by the future of legal services
  • A confident communicator who can support clients through emotionally sensitive situations with empathy and clarity
  • Proven experience managing end‑to‑end probate and estate administration cases
  • Ability to handle complex or high‑value estates with minimal supervision
  • A collaborative team player who enjoys contributing to a positive team culture

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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