Principal Private Client Solicitor
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- Autonomy as the lead Private Client Solicitor in the North
- 25 days holiday + birthday off + bonus + hybrid working
- Join a people-first legal platform transforming the home-moving market
If you’re ready to play a lead role in shaping the Private Client offering in the North at a business with a clear vision and serious growth momentum, this role could be for you.
With a solid platform of conveyancing and remortgaging services already in place, they’re expanding their Private Client team and are looking for a senior Private Client Solicitor to step in as the principal solicitor for the North.
This is a hybrid role based in Stockport with 2–3 days in the office (after onboarding) and flexibility to work part-time (4 days/week) if preferred.
Who we’re looking for
- 5+ years’ PQE in Private Client law
- Substantial estate administration experience and confident advising on wills, probate, inheritance tax, Court of Protection, and LPAs
- Proven track record of managing a team or mentoring junior colleagues
- Empathetic communicator with high levels of attention to detai
- Commercial mindset and ability to manage a personal caseload to deadlines
What you’ll be doing
- Lead on complex and high-value estate administration, wills, probate, LPAs, and inheritance planning
- Act as the lead Private Client solicitor in the North, supported by the Head of Department
- Deliver exceptional client care, particularly for vulnerable clients
- Oversee a small support team and manage performance, training, and development
- Help shape future growth and process improvements
Salary & Benefits
- Clear bonus structure
- 25 days holiday + your birthday off
- Hybrid working: 2–3 days in the office (post-induction)
- Part-time considered (4 days/week)
- Volunteering days
- Retail discounts
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
- Modern office perks: great coffee, snacks, and team socials
📩 Contact Kelly Reid
Call 03300 245 606 or email kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com to apply or find out more in confidence.
Key details
Salary
£50,000 - £60,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-53380
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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