Head of Legal Services - Probate and Wills Location: Hybrid - Head Office and Remote Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £65,000 - £68,000 (depending on experience) Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and empathetic Head of Legal Services to lead legal and compliance functions within a growing organisation operating in the Wills and Probate space. This is a senior leadership role suited to someone who combines strong technical legal expertise with emotional intelligence, clarity of communication, and a people-first mindset. You will oversee legal operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the continued development of both services and team capability, while helping the business scale responsibly and ethically. The Role This is a cross-function leadership position working closely with senior management and commercial teams. You will provide day-to-day legal oversight, technical guidance, and strategic direction, ensuring high standards of legal delivery and governance across the organisation. This role would suit a credible, calm and collaborative legal professional who is passionate about delivering clear, compassionate legal services while maintaining the highest professional standards. Key Responsibilities Legal Oversight and Risk Management Ensure ongoing legal and regulatory compliance Supervise and support the legal team, including practising certificates and CPD requirements Provide guidance on complex or high-risk cases Stra