NQ Private Client Solicitor

REALM RECRUIT; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Greater Manchester seeks a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor to work with high-net-worth clients on estate planning and inheritance tax mitigation. You will receive mentorship from a senior solicitor while handling a diverse caseload. The position offers competitive salary with an excellent benefits package including enhanced pension and private healthcare.

Benefits

Enhanced pension contributions

Private healthcare scheme

26 days holiday + volunteering days

Death in service benefit

Option to buy or sell additional holidays

Qualifications

• NQ-1 PQE in Private Client law required.
• Experience in wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration essential.
• Interest in STEP or ACTAPS qualifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex estate planning for high-net-worth clients.
• Work under mentorship while managing a varied caseload.
• Gain exposure to intricate legal matters in a supportive environment.

Skills

Client-focused approach

Excellent communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Job description

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• Join a highly regarded, Legal 500-ranked team specialising in wills, trusts, and tax for HNW individuals.
• Benefit from a structured development pathway, with support for STEP and ACTAPS qualifications.
• Enjoy an excellent benefits package, including enhanced pension, private healthcare, and 26 days holiday + volunteering days.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor to join a leading team, working with high-net-worth clients on complex estate planning, inheritance tax mitigation, and asset protection.

You’ll be mentored by a senior solicitor while handling a diverse and high-quality caseload, gaining exposure to intricate legal matters that will accelerate your career.

Who We’re Looking For

• Essential: NQ-1 PQE in Private Client law.
• Essential: Experience in wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration.
• Desirable: Exposure to HNW clients, inheritance tax planning, and asset protection.
• Essential: A confident, client-focused approach with excellent communication skills.
• Desirable: Interest in developing expertise through STEP or ACTAPS qualifications.
• Essential: Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a varied workload effectively.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, tailored to experience.
• 26 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• Enhanced pension contributions.
• Private healthcare scheme.
• Death in service benefit (4x annual salary).
• Supported parking scheme.
• Volunteering days.
• Option to buy or sell additional holidays.

Contact Kelly Reid

If you’re a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor looking to grow your career in a prestigious, high-net-worth-focused team, contact Kelly Reid at Realm Recruit. [e-mail] call 03300 245 606 for a confidential discussion.