Private Client Solicitor

Venn Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Venn Group is recruiting a Wills & Probate Solicitor for a well-established Greater Manchester law firm. You will work alongside experienced Private Client lawyers on high-value matters and develop your expertise within a supportive, collaborative team.

The role covers Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Administration; drafting Wills and LPAs; advising on inheritance tax planning and estate matters; and assisting with Court of Protection cases. 2–3 years’ PQE is preferred.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 2–3 years' PQE in Wills & Probate or Private Client law
• Experience managing Wills, Probate, Estate Administration and Trust matters with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and client care skills, particularly with vulnerable clients and bereaved families
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage a busy caseload
• Experience using case management systems and MS Office

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Administration matters
• Drafting simple and complex Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney, and related Private Client documents
• Advising clients on inheritance tax planning, estate planning, trusts and probate matters
• Assisting with high-value Court of Protection and Private Client cases
• Handling both simple and complex estate administration matters
• Supporting clients through sensitive circumstances with empathy and professionalism
• Managing new enquiries, correspondence and client communications
• Maintaining records using the firm's case management systems

Skills

Wills & Probate

Private Client law

Client care

Deadline-driven

Education

Solicitor qualification

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Venn Group’s specialist Legal Recruitment team is recruiting for a Wills & Probate Solicitor on behalf of a well-established and long-standing law firm with in Greater Manchester. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to work alongside highly experienced Private Client lawyers, assisting on high-value matters while developing your expertise within a supportive and collaborative team.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

• Managing a varied caseload of Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Administration matters
• Drafting simple and complex Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and associated Private Client documentation
• Advising clients on inheritance tax planning, estate planning, trusts and probate matters
• Assisting with high-value Court of Protection and Private Client cases
• Handling both simple and complex estate administration matters
• Supporting clients through sensitive circumstances with empathy and professionalism
• Managing new enquiries, correspondence and client communications
• Maintaining accurate records using the firm's case management systems

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2-3 years' PQE in Wills & Probate or Private Client law
• Strong experience managing Wills, Probate, Estate Administration and Trust matters with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and client care skills, particularly when supporting vulnerable clients and bereaved families
• Ability to work efficiently to deadlines and manage a busy caseload
• Strong IT skills, including experience using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Experience dealing with contentious probate matters would be advantageous

Key Details

• Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
• Location: Greater Manchester
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full-time
• Start Date: ASAP

Why Consider This Role?

• Join a respected and established law firm with a strong reputation in Private Client work
• Work alongside highly experienced lawyers on high-value and complex matters
• Excellent opportunities for progression and professional development
• Generous annual leave entitlement and ongoing training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Paid birthday leave
• Death in service benefit, cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loans (subject to qualifying periods)
• Regular social events, referral schemes and charity leave initiatives