Overview

Join a Tier 1 Legal 500 national private client team in Manchester. Handle high-value, complex wills, trusts, estate planning and succession matters. Competitive salary (DOE) + market-leading benefits + hybrid flexibility.We’re looking for a Private Client Associate or Senior Associate Solicitor to join a highly respected national firm in Manchester.This is an integral hire to support the team’s ambitious growth plans, offering exposure to exceptional quality work with high-net-worth individuals and families, as well as the resources and reputation of one of the UK’s largest private client teams.This role is perfect if you’re ready to take your career to the next level with a firm that champions progression, values individuality, and supports colleagues to work in a way that suits them and their clients.Who we’re looking for

Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE in private client workStrong background advising on wills, lifetime trusts, LPAs, estate administration, and deeds of variationExperience advising on inheritance tax planning, taxation of trusts, and succession planningSTEP qualified or working towards accreditationEstablished client/referrer relationships and appetite for business developmentStrong client-care and drafting skills with excellent attention to detailCollaborative and approachable, with a commercial and pioneering mindsetWhat you’ll be doing

Advising HNW clients and families on estate and succession planningRunning a varied caseload of wills, trusts, LPAs, and estatesProviding advice on inheritance tax and trust administrationCollaborating with colleagues across other commercial and private client teamsBuilding relationships with clients and professional referrersPlaying an active role in the team’s growth and business development strategySalary and Benefits

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experienceHoliday: 25 days + bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leavePension: Generous and flexible schemesHybrid: Flexible working optionsVolunteering: Two fully paid volunteering days per yearRecognition: Ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing (Large Organisations, 2024)Inclusive culture: Diversity and inclusion networks, wellbeing initiatives, and a strong responsible business programme covering people, community, environment, and pro bonoContact

Contact Kelly Reid. Call 03300 245 606 or email

kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com

to find out more or apply confidentially.

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