Experienced Private Solicitor​/Head of Department

Overview

Private Client Solicitor / Head of Department –Sale
Hybrid Working | Highly Competitive Salary

A well-established and highly regarded law firm with offices in South Manchester is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to join its Private Client department. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior role within a very well-organised, supportive firm known for high-quality work and outstanding staff retention.

The Private Client team consists of three fee earners with additional secretarial support available. The successful candidate could manage or choose to work alongside one Solicitor and one Paralegal and handle a varied caseload including Wills, Probate, LPAs, Trusts and Tax Planning, predominantly for local clients. This role has arisen due to the planned retirement of a senior fee earner, creating a genuine succession opportunity.

The firm is open to candidates stepping into a Head of Department role or working alongside the other fee earners.

• Highly competitive salary
• High-quality caseload to take over
• Hybrid working
• Clear career progression
• Friendly, professional working environment

Note: The following responsibilities are described within the context of the role and may be adjusted as needed in line with the firm’s requirements.

• Manage or collaborate with other fee earners to handle a varied Private Client caseload
• Wills, Probate, LPAs, Trusts and Tax Planning for local clients

• Qualified Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive
• Strong experience managing a private client caseload - Wills, Probate, LPAs, Trusts and Tax Planning
• Supervisory experience preferred to be considered for a Head of Department role.