Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor

REALM RECRUIT; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded law firm in Manchester is seeking a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload, including wills and probate matters. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and experience in client relationship management. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, and annual social events. This role requires an EU work permit.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Life assurance

Holiday sale & purchase scheme

Payroll giving scheme

Annual social events

Sabbatical scheme

Medical cash plan

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Internal referral scheme

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced equivalent.
• Experience in managing wills and probate caseloads required.
• Knowledge of Lay Court of Protection applications is important.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of wills, probate, LPAs, and property protection matters.
• Build strong client relationships and maintain high professional standards.
• Assist in promoting the firm’s services internally and externally.

Skills

Client relationship management

Caseload management

Knowledge of probate

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

STEP qualification

Job description

We are seeking a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor to join a well-regarded team based in Wigan. If you are experienced in managing your own caseload and delivering high-quality client care, this could be your next career move.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage a varied caseload of wills, probate, LPAs, and property protection matters
2. Build strong client relationships and maintain high professional standards
3. Assist in promoting the firm’s services internally and externally

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced equivalent
2. Experience managing wills and probate caseloads, including taxable estates and post-death variations
3. Knowledge of Lay Court of Protection applications
4. Up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation and Solicitors Accounts Rules
5. Strong organisational and time management skills
6. STEP qualification or membership of Solicitors for the Elderly is desirable but not essential

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Holiday sale & purchase scheme
• Payroll giving scheme
• Annual social events including summer BBQ and Christmas party
• Sabbatical scheme
• Medical cash plan at a discounted rate
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Internal referral scheme

Additional Information:

This role is based in Manchester, United Kingdom. EU work permit required. The position is active and accepting applications. The job reference is 4d05d4789f9a, and the posting date is 12.08.2025, with an expiry date of 26.09.2025.

Contact:

Contact Kelly Reid at [email] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.