Private Client Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave with option to buy/sell

Pension contributions

Medical or Dental cash plan

Income protection

Life insurance

Enhanced sickness/maternity/paternity and adoption pay

Job summary

A leading law firm based in Manchester is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with a salary of up to £85,000. The role involves managing a varied caseload of taxable estates, tax and estate planning, and creating wills and trusts. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and strong commercial acumen. The firm offers 25 days of annual leave, pension contributions, and other benefits. This position provides a great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of post qualification experience as a Solicitor.
• Experience in tax and estate planning, wills, and trusts.
• Strong technical knowledge and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of taxable estates and estate planning.
• Create wills and lifetime trusts.
• Work alongside a reputable team.

Skills

Private Client Solicitor experience

Strong commercial acumen

Team management/supervision

Education

STEP qualification

Job description

Private Client Solicitor - up to £85,000 salary

This North West based law firm offers a range of high quality legal advice relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and estate/tax planning for high net worth individuals, SMEs and business owners.

Due to the development and national expansion of the firm’s Private Client department across Lancashire/Manchester it is now seeking to appoint an experienced & technically strong Solicitor to work alongside its highly reputable team.

The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload of taxable estates, tax/estate planning, creation of wills and lifetime trusts amongst other private client matters.

The Candidate

• Private Client Solicitor with at least 5 years of post qualification experience
• STEP qualification would be advantageous but not essential
• Ambitious and highly motivated, with a proven record of technical knowledge and experience of team management/supervision.
• Strong commercial acumen
• Experience gained in a high street or regional firm

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Up to £85,000 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave with option to buy/sell
• Pension contributions
• Medical or Dental cash plan
• Income protection
• Life insurance
• Enhanced sickness, maternity/paternity and adoption pay

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: David Webb, Recruitment Consultant

Email: [e-mail]