Private Client Lawyer NQ to Legal Director

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected Manchester law firm seeks a Private Client Lawyer to handle diverse matters including wills and trusts. This opportunity offers excellent work/life balance and hybrid working, appealing to those at various levels of experience. Join a progressive firm serving high net worth clients.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Excellent work/life balance

Qualifications

• NQ level to Legal Director level required.
• Technical skill set for private client work.
• Ability to build long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Work on wills, probate, trusts, estates, and tax planning.
• Engage with high net worth individuals to ensure client satisfaction.
• Focus on niche areas such as international work and family businesses.

Skills

Technical skills

Client relationship building

Education

STEP qualification

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Private Client Lawyer NQ to Legal Director, Manchester

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company

This Manchester law firm has an impressive reputation for its private client work.

Your new role

Due to its continued success, this well-recognised Manchester law firm is looking to hire a talented private client lawyer. This private client solicitor role will involve working on a broad range of matters including wills, probate, trusts, estates, and tax planning. The client list includes many high net worth individuals, and you will work closely with these clients over several years. The firm specializes in niche areas such as international work, business wealth, family businesses, elderly matters, and rural affairs. The firm accommodates those with particular specialisms or those wishing to focus on specific areas of private client work.

What you'll need to succeed

You should be a private client lawyer at NQ level or up to and including Legal Director level. For more experienced applicants, STEP qualification or progress towards it is preferred. You should have a well-rounded technical skill set and be capable of building effective long-term relationships with clients and colleagues across multiple offices. Applications from those seeking part-time work are not considered.

What you'll get in return

This role offers the opportunity to join a well-resourced, nationally operating team with access to top-quality private client work. The firm has a progressive culture, providing an excellent work/life balance and flexible hybrid working arrangements. Salary and bonus are negotiable based on experience but are competitive.