Wills & Probate Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider in Manchester is seeking a Wills & Probate Solicitor for their Private Client team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of PQE in Private Client law and will manage a diverse caseload including Wills, Probate, and Estate Administration. This position offers a hybrid working model and generous benefits, including 25 days of holiday plus your birthday off, making it an attractive opportunity to join a forward-thinking team.

Benefits

25 days holiday + your birthday off

Hybrid working model

Free conveyancing legal fees

"Moving home" days off

Volunteering days

Retail discounts, socials, and referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in Private Client law.
• Proven experience in estate administration.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload covering Wills, Probate, and Estate Administration.
• Lead a small support team to ensure exceptional service delivery.

Skills

Strong communication and drafting skills

Empathetic

Resilient

Highly organised

Leadership and team management

Education

Minimum 5 years PQE in Private Client law

Job description

Overview

A well-established and forward-thinking legal services provider is seeking a Wills & Probate Solicitor to join their Private Client team. This is an opportunity to work within a dynamic, supportive environment where innovation, empathy, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

Description

You'll manage a varied caseload covering:

• Wills, Probate, and Estate Administration
• Inheritance Planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Court of Protection and Trusts
• You'll also lead a small support team, ensuring exceptional service delivery, particularly to vulnerable clients.

Profile

• Minimum 5 years PQE in Private Client law
• Proven experience in estate administration
• Strong communication and drafting skills
• Empathetic, resilient, and highly organised
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience

Job Offer

• 25 days holiday + your birthday off
• Hybrid working model
• Free conveyancing legal fees
• "Moving home" days off
• Volunteering days
• Retail discounts, socials, and referral bonuses

Join a business that's redefining the legal landscape with a culture built on collaboration, purpose, and innovation.