Private Client Solicitor – McHale and Co
We have a great opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor to join our thriving Wills & Probate team. We offer a competitive salary and a great opportunity to join our growing firm.
Our Firm
McHale Legal Ltd is based in Altrincham with an additional office in Heywood. We provide a broad range of legal services for both the business industry and private clients. We pride ourselves on our ‘can do’ approach to our clients’ needs and our ability to offer support and advice.
We also have additional partner offices in Heaton Moor, Heaton Chapel and Stockport Centre. We have 90 team members across 5 offices and the private client team is an experienced team which is growing.
Who we are looking for
A qualified Solicitor preferably with a minimum of 3 years experience in private client work. Other applications will be considered but 3 years PQE + would be preferred. You would preferably be STEP qualified, working towards the qualification or ready to fast track your learning.
Confident in handling a variety of Wills & Probate matters end to end including a mixture of complex and standard matters. Experience in or a willingness to learn how to advise clients on lifetime trusts.
Ability to establish, build and sustain relationships with clients, colleagues, and external partners. This is a full-time role based in Altrincham but after a suitable bedding in period hybrid working would be considered.
You will need to have a full driving licence and be a car owner and willing to travel to our other branches and to meet clients.
The role
The role involves meeting with clients to understand their needs within a structured process. Making recommendations, preparing bespoke Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney and Declaration of Trust documents, ensuring they are accurate and meet the clients’ personalised requirements. The role also involves handling a probate case load. We work on a case management system and there is a strong admin team to support you. We do not use dictation unless necessary.
Although based in our Altrincham office you will also meet clients in their homes, care homes, hospitals and at our other offices so it’s important you are flexible and able to manage your own diary.
Benefits include
* Flexible working
* 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* A contributory pension scheme
* Further benefits to be discussed at interview
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Schedule:
* Flexitime
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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