Contentious Probate Senior Associate Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive legal firm in Manchester seeks a contentious probate senior associate solicitor to lead a new department with full autonomy. Offering a pioneering 4-day workweek, access to cutting-edge legal technology, and the opportunity to shape a practice area in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

4-day workweek at full salary

Access to cutting-edge legal technology

Support with professional development

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ PQE in contentious probate.
• Experience handling high-value, international, and cross-border probate cases.
• Leadership experience with ability to manage and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a new contentious probate department.
• Handle high-calibre, international probate cases.
• Engage in business development and grow a client base.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Business development

Legal tech proficiency

Job description

• Lead and grow a new contentious probate department with full autonomy.
• Enjoy a pioneering 4-day workweek at 100% salary, redefining work-life balance.
• Handle high-calibre, international probate cases with a progressive, tech-driven firm.

Are you an experienced contentious probate senior associate solicitor looking for a leadership role with complete flexibility and a forward-thinking approach?

This is an opportunity to build and shape a contentious probate practice within a firm that is already established in private client work. With a strong client base and an increasing demand for complex, high-value cases—particularly those involving international and cross-border matters—this role offers the autonomy to develop the department while benefiting from the firm’s investment in cutting-edge legal technology.

With no secretarial support required due to their highly efficient case management systems, this role is suited to a solicitor who embraces innovation and enjoys working in a dynamic, agile environment. The firm supports both in-office and fully remote working, making it ideal for those looking for flexibility while still having access to excellent resources and a collaborative team.

Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a solicitor or legal executive with:

• 8+ years’ PQE in contentious probate.
• Experience handling high-value, international, and cross-border probate cases.
• A commercial mindset with a willingness to engage in business development.
• A strong network of contacts and plans to grow a client base.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to manage and mentor a growing team.
• Strong IT and legal tech proficiency—this firm operates without secretarial support.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £100,000, plus bonuses.
• Fully remote or office-based working—your choice.
• 4-day workweek at full salary, offering an industry-leading work-life balance.
• Full autonomy to lead and develop a new contentious probate department.
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and a collaborative online co-working platform.
• A progressive, dynamic working environment with a strong focus on client care.
• Support with professional development and business growth.

Contact Kelly Reid
If you’re ready to take ownership of a growing practice area in a truly flexible, forward-thinking firm, get in touch with Kelly Reid at [e-mail] or call 03300 245 606 to find out more.