Contentious Probate Solicitor

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.