At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage Wills, Probate, and Estate Administration while advising clients on estate planning.
- Company: Established and respected law firm in Greater Belfast with a strong private client base.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, clear pathway to directorship, and supportive working environment.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team culture and contribute to the growth of the Private Client department.
- Why this job: Step into a Director Designate role with real influence and long-term career growth.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with strong Wills & Probate experience and ambition for leadership.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
This is a genuinely rare opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to step into a Director Designate position within a long-established and highly respected firm in Greater Belfast. The role is designed for a solicitor who is already confidently managing their own Wills & Probate caseload (and potentially some Conveyancing work), but who is now looking for the next stage in their career - greater autonomy, influence, and a clear pathway into senior leadership. We are particularly open to individuals currently working in smaller or regional firms outside Belfast who may have reached a point where progression opportunities are limited, despite strong technical ability and loyal client relationships. This is not a start again move - it is a step up into a more senior, visible position with real long-term prospects.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a full caseload of Wills, Probate and Estate Administration matters
- Advise clients on wills, trusts, inheritance tax and estate planning
- Oversee probate files from instruction through to completion
- Maintain and develop long-term client relationships
- Play an active role in the growth and direction of the Private Client department
- Support junior colleagues and contribute to a collaborative team culture
- Contribute to business development initiatives and local networking
Essential Skills and Experience
- Qualified Solicitor (NI qualified or eligible to practise in Northern Ireland)
- Strong background in Wills & Probate / Private Client work
- Confident managing files independently from start to finish
- STEP qualification desirable (or willingness to work towards it)
- Commercial awareness and interest in practice development
- Strong client-facing and communication skills
- Ambition to progress into a senior leadership / director-level role
What's on Offer
- Genuine Director Designate pathway with clear progression into senior leadership
- Established, reputable firm with a strong private client base
- Autonomy to manage your own caseload with support where needed
- Competitive salary package, dependent on experience
- Long-term opportunity to shape and grow the Private Client department
- Supportive and stable working environment with strong staff retention
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Director / Senior Solicitor - Private Client in Belfast employer: Pathway Legal
Join a well-established law firm in the heart of Belfast, where you will find a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With flexible working options and a focus on personal injury litigation, this role offers a unique opportunity to manage a diverse caseload while building strong client relationships in a thriving legal environment. Experience a rewarding career with competitive remuneration and the chance to make a meaningful impact in clients' lives.
