Lead Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A traditional law firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Lead Solicitor to manage a cultural transformation while overseeing day-to-day operations. This unique opportunity requires a minimum of 7 years' post-qualification experience and expertise in consumer litigation. The ideal candidate will lead a small team, drive growth in key practice areas, and enjoy a supportive structure without financial risks. Competitive salary plus performance incentives offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Performance incentives

Strong support structure

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Understanding of consumer litigation, specifically undisclosed commission claims.
• Willingness to develop knowledge in wills and probate.

Responsibilities

• Take over from the retiring principal lawyer.
• Develop the existing team and culture.
• Implement new systems and technologies for efficiency.
• Drive growth in wills and probate services and consumer litigation.

Skills

Leadership experience

Consumer litigation knowledge

Team management

Client service delivery

Change management

Job description

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22.08.2025

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Job Description:

Lead Solicitor- Exciting Leadership Opportunity in Historic Manchester Firm

Location: Greater Manchester

Position: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Performance Incentives

Are you an ambitious, entrepreneurial lawyer ready to lead a bold new chapter for a firm with deep roots?

We’re seeking a Lead Solicitor to take the helm of a Greater Manchester-based traditional law firm established in the 1700s, now entering a new era under fresh corporate ownership. With a rebrand and strategic transformation on the horizon, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a firm with nearly three centuries of legal heritage. As part of a wider group with a background in funding legal services, the successful candidate will have the financial and administrative support required to build something genuinely exciting.

About the Role:

As Lead Solicitor, you will:

• Take over from the retiring current principal lawyer, managing the transition and ensuring continuity of service and client care.
• Lead and develop the small existing team, creating a high-performing culture grounded in integrity, professionalism, and innovation.
• Oversee day-to-day operations while implementing new systems, processes, and technologies to ensure the firm operates efficiently and scales sustainably.
• Play a key role in the firm’s rebrand and strategic repositioning, helping define its identity and market presence in a competitive legal landscape.
• Drive growth in two key practice areas:
• Wills and probate services
• Consumer litigation (including undisclosed commission claims)

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for a commercially minded legal professional who is excited by the challenge of transformation and growth. The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 7 years’ post-qualification experience (ideally with management or leadership experience).
• A strong understanding of and ability to lead on consumer litigation (including undisclosed commission litigation)
• A strong interest and willingness to develop knowledge in wills and probate
• Proven experience leading teams and managing legal operations.
• Confidence to drive change and a proactive mindset to improve systems and client service delivery.
• A genuine interest in growing and evolving a legal business, balancing tradition with innovation.
• A strong understanding and ability to transact in wills and probate.
• A strong interest and willingness to develop knowledge in undisclosed commission litigation

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a larger group working on the revitalisation of a historic firm with an exciting future.
• Autonomy and influence to shape the direction of the firm, without the financial risk.
• A strong support structure behind you—business, legal, and operational.
• Competitive salary package with performance incentives.

Ready to lead something special?

If you're a motivated legal leader with vision and drive, we want to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re excited by this opportunity.