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Job title: Head of Probate & Estate Administration
Location: East Sussex
Working style: Hybrid
Salary range: £80k - £95k

We are working with a professional services business that is looking for an experienced probate specialist to join them and lead the development of an in-house probate and estate administration function. The role will oversee the transition of work from external providers and shape how the service operates going forward, combining hands-on probate work with leadership, client advisory responsibilities, and service development.

What You'll Be Doing

Building and leading the in-house probate and estate administration function.
Managing the transition of probate work from external providers.
Advising clients on probate, estate administration, trusts, and related matters.
Recruiting, managing, and developing a probate and estate administration team.
Designing and embedding processes to ensure compliance and high standards of service.
Working closely with tax advisers, financial planners, and legal professionals.
Supporting the ongoing growth and development of the probate offering.

What We're Looking For

Significant experience in probate and estate administration (typically 5+ years).
Qualified Solicitor, CILEX Lawyer, or Licensed Probate Practitioner.
Experience leading or supervising others, or ready to step into a leadership role.
Strong knowledge of UK probate law, estate administration, and inheritance tax.
Confident client-facing skills with strong organisation and communication.

Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy