Probate Solicitor

Job description

Probate Solicitor (0-2 PQE), Belfast City Centre

Overview

Pathway Legal are delighted to be working with a highly regarded and successful local law firm based in Belfast City Centre, who are seeking to appoint a Probate Solicitor to join their busy and growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior solicitor (0-2 PQE) who has an interest in developing their career within probate and private client work. The successful candidate may come from a general practice background with experience in probate matters and will have the opportunity to work within an established and supportive legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of probate and estate administration matters.

• Advising clients on probate processes, estate administration and related matters.

• Preparing legal documentation and correspondence.

• Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions and relevant third parties.

• Supporting the wider team with the progression of files from instruction through to completion.

• Providing a high level of client care and maintaining strong professional relationships.

Essential Skills

• Qualified Solicitor with 0-2 years’ post-qualification experience.

• Experience in probate, private client or general practice work.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy caseload.

• Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach.

• High level of attention to detail and ability to work independently.

• A genuine interest in developing a career within probate and private client law.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience.

• Opportunity to join a successful and established Belfast practice.

• Supportive working environment with excellent career development opportunities.

• Exposure to a varied and interesting probate caseload.

• Opportunity to develop and progress within a respected legal team.

At Pathway Legal, we treat all applications with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Belfast

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

08-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English