Private Client Solicitor

Manchester | Full-Time

Competitive Salary DOE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a respected and forward-thinking law firm in Manchester. This is a varied and rewarding role offering autonomy, client-facing responsibility, and clear progression within a supportive Private Client team.

You will manage a diverse caseload and provide high-quality advice to individuals and families on a wide range of private client matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently managing a full Private Client caseload
• Drafting wills and advising on estate planning structures
• Preparing and submitting Probate Applications
• Drafting and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Advising on Court of Protection matters and vulnerable client issues
• Handling both contentious and non-contentious probate work
• Preparing Deeds of Variation and advising on lifetime gifts
• Administering estates of varying complexity and trusts
• Liaising with relevant third parties including registries and professionals

Desirable Experience

• Inheritance Tax planning and wider tax mitigation strategies
• Asset protection and care fee planning advice
• Experience advising on trusts connected to pensions or life policies
• Working alongside financial advisors and accountants
• Involvement in collaborative, multi-disciplinary client work

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE in Private Client law
• Strong technical ability across wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration
• Able to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills and client-focused approach
• Organised, commercially aware, and detail-oriented
• Confident working with vulnerable and elderly clients

What’s on Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to high-quality, varied private client work
• Genuine long-term career development and progression opportunities
• Opportunity to grow within a well-established Private Client team

If you are a Private Client Solicitor looking for your next step in Manchester, apply today to find out more.

We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled.