Job Opportunity: Contentious Probate Solicitor

Location: Manchester City Centre

Working pattern: Flexible hybrid available

Compensation: Up to £65k salary DOE and PQE level, generous benefits package

Role Overview: Join an expanding private client team as a Contentious Probate Solicitor. You will handle litigation and dispute resolution in inheritance, trusts, and probate. This role demands excellent communication, empathy, and a proactive commercial outlook.

Responsibilities:

* Manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision.

* Build strong client relationships and exceed their expectations.

* Engage in marketing activities and promote our full range of services.

* Progress client work efficiently, keeping clients informed on outcomes, progress, and costs.

* Ensure confidentiality and security of all documentation.

* Achieve agreed billing and time recording targets.

Requirements:

* 1-5 years PQE with at least 40% of previous caseload in contentious trust and probate.

* Experience in non-contentious private client work is a plus.

* Detail-oriented with the ability to progress work quickly.

* Strong client-facing skills, nurturing client and third-party relationships.

* Excellent organisational, communication, and potential leadership skills.

* Ability to prioritise work and meet strict deadlines.

* Empathy, compassion, and a mature approach.

* Proficient in IT and case management systems.

Next steps: If you are currently a qualified solicitor with the requisite PQE within Contentious Probate, and would like further information, apply online for immediate consideration