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.