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  • Manage a high-quality private client caseload in a supportive, community-focused team
  • Opportunity for progression, with scope to mentor junior solicitors
  • Hybrid working, competitive salary and a warm, social culture

 

This is an exciting opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established and collaborative team in Altrincham.

They are looking for a qualified solicitor who can take on an existing caseload and contribute to a friendly, growing department.

You’ll join a welcoming team known locally for its strong community presence, high-quality work and down-to-earth culture. With hands-on partners, a tech-enabled environment and regular 1:1 support, this is a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow in a people-first, progressive environment.

Who we’re looking for

  • 2–6 PQE Private Client Solicitor
  • Experience handling your own wills, LPAs and probate caseload
  • Broad Private Client experience ideal, but probate-only backgrounds considered
  • Self-sufficient, with support available where needed
  • Qualified solicitor (essential due to team structure)
  • Senior solicitors: able to support and mentor junior lawyers
  • Team-focused, professional and client-centred

What you’ll be doing

  • Manage a varied private client caseload (wills, LPAs, probate)
  • Deliver high-quality, client-focused advice
  • Work closely with a supportive team of solicitors and non-qualified staff
  • Take on mentoring responsibilities if more experienced
  • Engage with an established local client base
  • Attend the office for client appointments (1 day WFH offered otherwise)
  • Contribute to a collaborative, growth-focused team culture

Salary & Benefits

  • Very competitive salary
  • Full-time or 4-day part-time option available
  • 1 day working from home (office attendance required for client meetings)
  • Excellent quality and variety of work
  • Strong career progression, fully merit-based
  • Tech-enabled firm with modern systems
  • Regular 1:1s and hands-on support from equity partners
  • Access to well-networked leadership for referrals
  • Social, friendly team
  • Well-established presence in the local community

Contact Kelly Reid

📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606

Kelly has long-standing relationships across the North West private client and Court of Protection market. She’ll give you honest, clear guidance about whether this opportunity is the right move for you.

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Key details

Salary

£45,000 - £55,000

Location

  • Greater Manchester
  • North West

Role type

  • Hybrid working

Contract type

  • Permanent

Practice area

Private Client

Job ref

V-56435

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