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Senior Private Client Solicitor / Partner – Leading Firm – Bury

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Bury Full-time GBP 80,000 – 85,000
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Salary: Up to £80,000 +
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent + Partnership Potential
Practice Area: Private Client (Wills, Trusts, Probate, Estate Planning, LPA)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Private Client Solicitor or Private Client Partner to join a well-established, reputable law firm in Bury.
The firm has a strong Private Client department with 20 professionals across its offices, and this role offers the chance to lead and grow the Private Client team in the Bury office. You’ll benefit from full support from the firm’s CEO and marketing team, who are also based in Bury, ensuring a consistent flow of new work and the opportunity to further develop the department.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior Private Client Solicitor looking for Partnership from day one or someone ready to take that next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities: • Manage a busy Private Client caseload including Wills, Probate, Trusts, Estate Administration, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

  • Develop and grow the firm’s Private Client presence in Bury.

  • Build strong client relationships and provide exceptional client care.

  • Support business development and marketing initiatives to grow the department further.

Requirements: • A qualified Solicitor with at least 8 years’ PQE in Private Client law.
  • Currently operating at Partner level or seeking to step up to Partnership.

  • Strong technical knowledge across all areas of Private Client work.

  • Ability to lead, develop, and manage a team effectively.

  • STEP qualification is desirable but not essential.

Benefits: • Immediate Partnership potential for the right candidate.
  • Established workload – no need to bring a following.

  • Excellent salary up to £80,000.

  • Autonomy and flexibility to shape the department.

  • Supportive, forward-thinking working environment with genuine career progression.

If you’re an ambitious Private Client Solicitor or Partner looking for a new challenge in Bury or Greater Manchester, apply today.
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For a confidential chat, contact Patrick McMahon on .
We also have several other Private Client Solicitor opportunities across Greater Manchester and the North West – feel free to get in touch to discuss.

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