Solicitor – Private Wealth Location: Manchester (Spinningfields) Salary: £55,000 Job Type: Full-time | Hybrid Working A leading legal practice with a nationally recognized Private Wealth department is seeking a Solicitor to join their Manchester office. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to work on high-value, complex cases in a collaborative and supportive environment with excellent career progression opportunities. The Role The successful candidate will advise high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients, business owners, and trustees on matters such as estate planning, tax mitigation, trust structures, and succession strategies. They will also manage estate administration and contentious trust matters.Key responsibilities include: Drafting wills, advising on taxation matters, and administering estates. Supervising junior fee earners and contributing to their professional development. Building and maintaining client relationships, with a focus on business development. This role also offers opportunities to work on contentious trust and probate cases, as well as charity formation and tax planning. Candidate Requirements The ideal candidate will have: A proven track record in Private Wealth law, focusing on HNW clients. Strong supervisory skills and experience mentoring junior staff. A STEP qualification (preferred - or wanting to work towards) A client following or established professional contacts (highly desirable). Business development experience and a proactive mindset. Benefits This firm offers a competitive benefits package, including: Hybrid working and flexible work arrangements. Private medical insurance, income protection, and travel insurance (including family cover). A generous pension scheme and death-in-service benefits. A minimum of 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with service, plus two charity days annually. An early finish one Friday a month and access to a vibrant workplace culture with regular social events. Clear promotion pathways with annual reviews to support professional growth. Location The role is based in Manchester’s Spinningfields district, with state-of-the-art facilities and hybrid working options.