Private Client Partner / Solicitor – Manchester – Up to £120,000 + Bonus + Benefits
A Legal 500 regional firm is looking to appoint a Private Client Partner in Manchester.
This Private Client Solicitor opportunity in Manchester offers the chance to build and lead a team from scratch, delivering high-quality HNW work with full autonomy and strategic input.
The Role
* Lead and grow the Private Client offering in Manchester
* Build a team from the ground up with firmwide support
* Advise HNW clients on complex estates, tax and succession planning
* Handle trusts, wealth structuring and estate administration
* Drive business development and expand the client base
* Leverage existing Manchester market connections
* Collaborate with partners across the wider firm
* Play a key role in the firm's long-term Manchester strategy
The Candidate
* Senior Solicitor operating at Partner level
* Strong expertise in private client and tax matters
* Established network in the Manchester market preferred
* Proven track record in winning and developing work
* Commercial, strategic and growth-focused mindset
* Leadership capability or experience building teams
* Strong client relationship and interpersonal skills
* Motivated to shape and grow a regional offering
The Benefits and How to Apply
* Salary up to £120,000 depending on experience
* Partner bonus scheme and annual pay review
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Private medical insurance and Medicash plan
* Pension and death in service benefit
* Hybrid working and reduced chargeable hours target
* Enhanced maternity, wellbeing support and voluntary leave
* Genuine leadership opportunity to build a Manchester team
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone:
Contact: Lauren Green, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0121 392 7377 Mobile: 07496 883 721
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