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.