Senior Private Client Solicitor - Flexible Hours & Autonomy

Realm Recruit; Stockport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated secretarial support

Flexible working hours

Possible one day from home

Four days per week considered

Job summary

Realm Recruit Ltd in Stockport is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to handle high-value estates and complex Private Client matters within an established department. You will guide junior colleagues and contribute to succession planning, in a role that offers autonomy and a supportive, non-corporate culture.

You will manage a varied caseload including wills, probate and estate administration, with a view to long-term growth and departmental development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' PQE in private client work.
• Experience managing a broad Private Client caseload.
• Experience handling high-net-worth estates and complex matters.
• Strong knowledge of wills, probate and estate administration.
• Ability to mentor juniors and contribute to department growth.

Responsibilities

• Independently managing a varied caseload of Private Client matters.
• Advising on high-value estates, complex probate and estate administration.
• Handling wills and other general Private Client instructions.
• Providing practical, sensitive advice to individuals and families.
• Taking on complex matters as part of the department’s succession plans.
• Supporting and mentoring junior Solicitors where appropriate.
• Building and maintaining relationships with established local clients.
• Working closely with colleagues across the Private Client team.

Skills

Private Client law

Client relationship management

Autonomous working

Team collaboration

Education

PQE 5+ years

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Realm Recruit Ltd in Stockport is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to handle high-value estates and complex Private Client matters within an established department. You will guide junior colleagues and contribute to succession planning, in a role that offers autonomy and a supportive, non-corporate culture.

You will manage a varied caseload including wills, probate and estate administration, with a view to long-term growth and departmental development.