ROLE: Solicitor/Legal Executive (Wills, Trusts & Probate)
LOCATION: Derby
SALARY: Competitive
HOURS:
BENEFITS:
- 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank and public holidays)
- Life Assurance at 3x your annual salary
- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay
- Employee sickness (6 weeks) allowance for added peace of mind
- Continuous opportunities for professional development and training to support your long-term career growth.
What does a Solicitor in Wills, Trusts & Probate look like at Sills & Betteridge?
As a Solicitor or Legal Executive in our Wills, Trusts & Probate team, you’ll be part of a well-respected department that plays a deeply meaningful role in clients’ lives. You’ll work with empathy and professionalism, guiding individuals and families through some of life’s most sensitive decisions with clarity and care.
Our culture of collaboration means you’ll be supported by experienced colleagues and trusted to manage your own caseload with confidence. With a 4.9-star Glassdoor rating and 99% of our team recommending us, we’re proud to offer an environment where your work is valued, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your professional growth is actively encouraged.
Here, you can make a lasting difference—both to clients and to your career.
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Due to our growing client base and the expansion of our team, we are seeking an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE to join our Wills, Trusts & Probate team in Derby. In this role, you will manage a varied and rewarding caseload, including:
- Taking instructions and drafting wills
- Preparing and managing Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
- Administering estates, including IHT returns and grant applications
- Handling deputyship applications
- Managing the affairs of elderly and vulnerable clients
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships, providing clear and practical legal solutions
- Developing new business opportunities and contributing to the department’s growth
ABOUT US:
Our award-winning Private Client team—honoured as Solicitor Firm of the Year at the 2023 British Wills & Probate Awards—offers a thoughtful and trusted service to individuals and families.
You’ll join a collaborative department where legal expertise is matched by empathy and integrity. With multiple Legal 500 accolades and a reputation for mentoring future talent, we provide the ideal setting for private client professionals seeking to make a real difference in people’s lives.
Deliver clear and compassionate legal advice to clients navigating personal and often sensitive matters. You’ll work with a reputable team recognised for client care and expertise, with ongoing support for your development and specialism.
