Solicitor
Private Client
Manchester City Centre
£55,000 - £75,000

Senior Associate, Private Client

Ref: 1799| Posted: 10th Feb 2025

Eventus Legal are seeking a Senior Associate to join the Private Client department of a highly reputable law firm based in Manchester City Centre. This is a permanent, full-time job role, managing a varied caseload of high-value and complex private client matters. Along with a competitive salary, you will also receive a range of employee benefits including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, discretionary bonuses, hybrid and flexible working, cycle-to-work schemes, well-being events and death in service benefit to name a few.

 

Role Responsibilities

The incoming Senior Associate will handle a varied caseload of private client matters, including:

  • Wills, trusts, and estate planning
  • Probate and estate administration, including high-value and complex estates
  • Court of Protection work and Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Advising high-net-worth individuals and families

You will also be involved in business development activities, building strong relationships with clients, and supporting junior team members.

 

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in private client law and demonstrate the following:

  • A proven track record of managing high-value and complex private client matters
  • Expertise in estate planning and trusts, with STEP membership or working towards it being desirable
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines
  • A commitment to business development and building long-term client relationships

Additional desirable qualifications and experience include:

  • Experience in mentoring or supervising junior team members
  • Knowledge of cross-border estate issues

 

Benefits and Rewards

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to join a firm that truly values and invests in its people. As part of the team, you can expect:

  • Hybrid working options to help you balance your professional and personal life
  • Generous annual leave entitlement, allowing you to recharge and prioritise your well-being
  • Enhanced pension contributions, offering security for your future
  • Clear and genuine opportunities for career progression, with ongoing professional development and support
  • A supportive and collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued
  • Employee assistance programme, and cash plan with retailers
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free Eye tests
  • Colleague referral programme
  • Annual well-being events
  • The opportunity to work with an experienced and friendly team in a firm known for its outstanding staff retention and strong leadership

 

About the Company

This is a Legal 500 law firm based in Manchester City Centre. The team at this firm work incredibly well together and benefit from strong leadership, contributing to their outstanding staff retention, with many employees having been with the firm for over 20 years. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected firm with a strong commitment to both clients and employees.

 

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Senior Associate role. Alternatively, for more information about this career-enhancing opportunity, please contact Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at nikki.phillips@eventuslegal.com or phone 07530 737333 for a confidential discussion.

If this role isn’t quite right for you but you are considering a new position, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career.

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