At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and build a new Private Client department from the ground up.
- Company: Ambitious law firm in South Manchester with a modern and entrepreneurial culture.
- Benefits: Real autonomy, clear progression opportunities, and supportive leadership.
- Other info: Exciting chance to shape the future of a growing practice.
- Why this job: Create something of your own and make a real impact in the Private Client market.
- Qualifications: Previous Private Client fee-earning experience and confidence in managing caseloads.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
A growing South Manchester law firm is looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Private Client professional to establish and lead its new Private Client offering. This role would suit someone with genuine Private Client experience, whether that's an NQ Solicitor who has trained within Private Client and previously worked as a Private Client fee earner, an experienced Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or a senior Paralegal looking for their next challenge.
We're looking for someone who understands the Private Client market, enjoys building relationships and is excited by the prospect of helping create and grow a department from the ground up.
The Role
- You'll handle a broad range of Private Client matters, including:
- Wills
- Probate and Estate Administration
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Estate Planning
- Trusts (depending on experience)
Alongside managing your own caseload, you'll play a key role in developing the department, building client and referrer relationships, and shaping the future of the practice.
Why Join?
- Lead a brand-new Private Client department
- Real autonomy and influence from day one
- Work directly with a supportive and experienced leadership team
- Clear long-term progression opportunities
- A genuine chance to build something of your own
- Modern, entrepreneurial and growing firm
About You
- Previous Private Client fee-earning experience is essential
- Able to run your own caseload with confidence
- Commercially aware and growth-focused
- Ambitious and keen to take ownership
- Based in or around South Manchester or Cheshire
An exciting opportunity to build, lead and grow a Private Client department within an ambitious and expanding law firm.
Head of Private Client | Solicitor, CILEX or Senior Private Client Paralegal | South Manchester employer: Origin Legal Ltd
Join a dynamic and ambitious law firm in South Manchester, where you will have the unique opportunity to build and lead a brand-new Private Client department from the ground up. With a supportive leadership team, clear progression pathways, and a modern work culture that values autonomy and innovation, this role offers a rewarding environment for professionals eager to make a significant impact in their field.
