Private Client Partner

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

Job summary

A forward-thinking legal firm in Altrincham is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to lead estate planning matters. Ideal candidates will have significant experience with high-net-worth clients and the ability to work autonomously. This is a unique opportunity to join an employee-owned firm that values quality over volume, with a competitive salary and various benefits including flexible work options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance

3–4 days WFH and flexible hours

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Private Client Solicitor.
• Qualified member of STEP.
• Experience with high-net-worth clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee high-end estate planning matters.
• Support the growth of the private client team.
• Maintain strong client relationships and uphold the firm's reputation.

Skills

Private Client Law

Estate Planning

Tax Planning

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Team Leadership

Education

STEP qualification

8+ PQE

Job description

• Help shape the future of a growing private client team in Altrincham
• Tackle high-value estate planning with autonomy and low-volume caseloads
• Enjoy a boutique-style approach without the pressure of long hours

Are you a highly technical private client solicitor who thrives on complex estate planning and wants to escape the full-cabinet, long-hours culture?

This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking, employee‑owned firm and play a key role in expanding its Altrincham presence. As a senior private client lawyer in the South Manchester office, you'll work closely with the wider team to target and service clients in the Manchester and Cheshire market.

This is a growth role, meaning you’ll have the freedom to shape your caseload and the team around you, and help free up the Head of Department to focus on wider strategy.

Who we’re looking for

• 8+ PQE Private Client Solicitor
• STEP qualified
• Strong experience with high‑net‑worth clients and complex tax planning structures
• Manchester/Cheshire connections or modest following
• Estate planning specialist who can handle work independently and advise more junior team members
• Confident, proactive, and commercially aware

What you’ll be doing

• Conducting and overseeing high‑end estate planning matters, including trusts, IHT, CGT, and succession planning
• Supporting the wider growth of the private client team across the North West
• Working closely with colleagues to shape strategy and contribute to business development
• Maintaining strong client relationships and supporting the firm’s reputation for quality and service

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• Life assurance
• 3–4 days WFH and flexible hours
• Opportunity to become part of an employee‑owned firm

You’ll be joining a firm that prioritises quality over volume. Fee earners here don’t juggle dozens of files at once, they’re given the space, time, and support to do their best work for clients.

Contact Kelly Reid

Call 03300 245 606 or [e-mail] find out more or apply confidentially.