Private Client Senior Associate/Partner
- Lead the launch and growth of a new Private Client offering in Altrincham
- Advise high-net-worth clients on complex, high-value matters while shaping a specialist team
- Join a partner-led firm offering genuine autonomy, high-quality work and a more balanced way of working
This is a rare opportunity to build something from the ground up without starting from scratch.
You’ll take the lead in establishing and growing the firm’s Private Client presence in Altrincham, supported by an award-recognised Wills, Trusts & Tax team that is ranked in both The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. With an established reputation, high-quality work and strong internal support already in place, you’ll have the platform to create a thriving local offering while enjoying the backing of a respected regional practice.
The work is complex, varied and intellectually rewarding. You’ll advise high-net-worth individuals on tax-efficient estate planning, trusts, wealth preservation and the administration of high-value estates, building long-term relationships with clients who value trusted, strategic advice.
The culture is collaborative, supportive and partner-led. You’ll be trusted to make decisions, encouraged to develop your own ideas and given the autonomy to build your practice without unnecessary bureaucracy. The focus is on delivering exceptional work while maintaining a sustainable approach to workload and career development.
Who we’re looking for
- Senior Associate or Partner-level Private Client Solicitor (8+ PQE)
- Extensive experience advising on complex Private Client matters
- Strong track record working with high-net-worth individuals
- Expertise across wills, trusts, tax planning and estate administration
- Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers
- Commercially minded with strong business development skills
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- STEP qualification (desirable)
What you’ll be doing
- Advising high-net-worth clients on complex Private Client matters
- Managing a portfolio of high-value wills, trusts, tax planning and estate administration work
- Developing and growing the Private Client offering in Altrincham
- Building and maintaining long-term client and referrer relationships
- Supervising, mentoring and supporting junior team members
- Contributing to the strategic growth of the department and wider business
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive Senior Associate or Partner remuneration package
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Private medical insurance
- Death in service (4x salary)
- Holiday buy and sell scheme
- Volunteering days
- Hybrid and flexible working
- High-quality work with a sustainable approach to workload
- Genuine opportunity to shape and lead a growing Private Client practice
Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Key details
Salary
£80,000 - £100,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
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