Private Client Solicitor
- Step into a busy, established Private Client caseload with work ready and waiting from day one
- Join a supportive, well-established team with genuine autonomy, no micromanagement and STEP support
- Hybrid flexibility, 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and an extra holiday bonus scheme
If you’re looking for a Private Client role where you can focus on delivering excellent client service rather than worrying about generating work, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
You’ll inherit a well-managed caseload from the outset, allowing you to get straight into quality Private Client work while being supported by an experienced team. Collaboration is a big part of the culture, with colleagues readily available to share ideas and offer support whenever needed.
The work is broad and varied, covering everything from wills, probate and estate administration through to trusts, lasting powers of attorney and Court of Protection matters.
This is a firm that trusts its people. You’ll be given the freedom to run your own caseload without unnecessary oversight. If you’re keen to continue developing your expertise, the firm will also support you in working towards your STEP qualification.
Who we’re looking for
- Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2+ years’ Private Client experience
- Experience managing a Private Client caseload independently
- Strong knowledge of wills, probate, LPAs and estate administration
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- Organised with the ability to manage a varied workload
- Collaborative and approachable
- Interest in business development (desirable)
What you’ll be doing
- Managing your own varied Private Client caseload
- Advising clients on wills, probate, estate administration and LPAs
- Handling trust administration and tax-related matters
- Managing Court of Protection applications and deputyship work where appropriate
- Advising elderly and vulnerable clients on their affairs
- Building strong relationships with clients and professional contacts
- Contributing to business development activities where appropriate
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Monthly holiday bonus scheme, with additional annual leave for achieving income targets
- STEP qualification support
- Friendly, supportive team with no micromanagement
- Strong pipeline of existing work
- Genuine autonomy backed by experienced colleagues
- Full-time, permanent role
Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Key details
Salary
£45,000 - £50,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-66786
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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