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:
1. Manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision.
2. Build strong client relationships and exceed their expectations.
3. Engage in marketing activities and promote our full range of services.
4. Progress client work efficiently, keeping clients informed on outcomes, progress, and costs.
5. Ensure confidentiality and security of all documentation.
6. Achieve agreed billing and time recording targets.
Requirements:
1. 1-5 years PQE with at least 40% of previous caseload in contentious trust and probate.
2. Experience in non-contentious private client work is a plus.
3. Detail-oriented with the ability to progress work quickly.
4. Strong client-facing skills, nurturing client and third-party relationships.
5. Excellent organisational, communication, and potential leadership skills.
6. Ability to prioritise work and meet strict deadlines.
7. Empathy, compassion, and a mature approach.
8. 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.
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