Private Client Solicitor

Posted 11 hours 4 minutes ago by Reed

£50,000 - £75,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Cheshire, Stockport, United Kingdom, SK1 1
Job Description

Private Client Solicitor / Partner (5+ PQE)

Stockport (Hybrid Working)

£50,000 - £75,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Full Time Permanent

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a highly regarded Private Client team based in Stockport.

This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied and rewarding caseload whilst building long-term relationships with clients and becoming an integral part of a growing department. You will work alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive environment, with the autonomy to develop your practice and contribute to the continued success of the team.

The successful candidate will handle a broad range of private client matters and play a key role in maintaining the firm's reputation for delivering exceptional client care and trusted legal advice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing a varied caseload of Private Client matters from instruction through to completion.
  • Advising clients on Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection matters, and wider private client work.
  • Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships through excellent communication and service.
  • Generating fee income and maintaining effective control of time recording, work in progress, billing, and cash collection in line with agreed targets.
  • Working collaboratively with the Head of Department and senior management to support the continued growth and development of the team.
  • Providing guidance and support to junior colleagues where required.
  • Delivering practical, compassionate, and commercially focused advice to clients dealing with sensitive personal matters.
  • Participating in business development initiatives, networking events, and activities that support the growth of the firm's client base.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will possess:

  • A minimum of 5 years' PQE within Private Client law.
  • Strong technical expertise across Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, LPAs, and Estate Planning.
  • The ability to manage a caseload independently and efficiently.
  • Excellent client care and relationship management skills.
  • A proactive and commercial approach to business development.
  • Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
  • A genuine commitment to delivering an outstanding client experience.
  • Previous supervisory or mentoring experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

Annual Leave

  • 24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
  • Additional 3 paid office closure days between Christmas and New Year.
  • Birthday day off.

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

  • Medical cashback scheme.
  • 24-hour GP service.
  • Private health cover.
  • Life assurance (4x annual salary).
  • Enhanced sick pay.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

Financial & Reward Benefits

  • Employer pension contribution.
  • £1,000 employee referral scheme.
  • Voucher reward schemes.

Community & Culture

  • Dedicated Corporate Social Responsibility Committee.
  • Regular social and charity events.
  • Opportunity to participate in fundraising and community initiatives.