Junior Private Client Solicitor
- Join a Legal 500-ranked Private Client team with genuine progression opportunities
- Work alongside highly experienced Partners on quality estate planning and administration matters
- Enjoy a Peak District lifestyle with hybrid working and a supportive, low-pressure culture
Looking for quality Private Client work without the pressures often found in larger city firms?
This is an opportunity to join one of the region’s most respected Private Client teams at a pivotal time.
The team is looking for a junior solicitor who wants to develop their expertise, build strong client relationships and establish themselves as a key member of the department.
You’ll benefit from close mentoring from experienced Partners, exposure to high-value estates and a clear pathway for progression as the team continues to evolve.
Who we’re looking for
- Private Client fee-earning experience
- Experience handling your own caseload
- Exposure to wills, probate and estate administration matters
- Solicitor qualification or equivalent
- Strong client care and communication skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Organised approach to workload management
- Friendly, approachable and team-oriented personality
- Experience with HNW or complex estates (Desired)
What you’ll be doing
- Managing a varied Private Client caseload
- Advising on wills, probate, LPAs and estate administration
- Handling both pre-death and post-death matters
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Supporting senior colleagues and collaborating with the wider team
- Assisting with more complex matters as your experience develops
Salary & Benefits
- Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)
- Bonus scheme
- Increasing holiday entitlement with length of service
- Strong benefits package
- Clear route to Associate level
- Supportive mentoring from highly experienced Partners
- CSR and charity involvement opportunities
- Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
📩 bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Key details
Salary
£42,000 - £55,000
Location
- Derbyshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-66158
Specialist for Private Client, Court of Protection and Contentious Probate lawyers in Yorkshire.
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