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Contentious Probate Solicitor

Heat Recruitment
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Salary

£38,000 - £45,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • A Contentious Probate Solicitor position is available in Manchester City Centre, offering a salary of up to £65k depending on experience and PQE level.
  • The role involves handling litigation and dispute resolution related to inheritance, trusts, and probate within a private client team.
  • Candidates must have 1-5 years of PQE, with at least 40% of their previous caseload focused on contentious trust and probate.
  • Strong communication skills, client relationship management, and the ability to work independently are essential for success in this position.
  • The firm offers a flexible hybrid working pattern and a generous benefits package to enhance employee satisfaction.

Job Opportunity: Contentious Probate SolicitorLocation: 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.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.