Private Client Solicitor

Private Client Solicitor
Greater Manchester

My client, a leading Legal 500 law firm, has a fantastic opportunity to join a busy private client team based in Greater Manchester. The successful candidate will deal with a wide variety of legal advice to a variety of clients including Wills, Probate, Trusts and Court of Protection.

This role will suit an experienced Private Client Solicitor/executive, ideally with at least 3 years PQE, to join this busy department. An enthusiasm and aptitude for business development is vital. The successful candidate will be responsible for their own caseload and own fee targets and can mentor and work in a team.

Possessing the STEP qualification is an advantage but not essential.

The ideal candidate will have:

* Excellent client relationship skills
* Ability to business develop and network
* Time and matter management skills
* Excellent interpersonal and team skills, including an ability to work with others
* Ability to adopt a commercial as well as legal approach to client issue
* Access to own transport to enable home visits

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded regional multi service firm. The firm is well established within the Greater Manchester market and is recruiting due to expansion. If you are an experienced Private Client Solicitor looking to really spread your wings in your career then please contact Amy Turner for further information.

Please contact Amy Turner, Divisional Head, to discuss the role in more detail or apply through the vacancy for immediate consideration.

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