Private Client Lawyer
Hot Job
- Join a growing private client team in Leeds with a clear progression pathway
- Handle a varied caseload across wills, trusts, probate, LPAs and deputyships
- Up to £50,000 + strong benefits + supportive, flexible culture
We’re looking for a Private Client Solicitor to join a reputable Leeds-based firm.
You’ll run your own caseload of pre-death and post-death work while developing into a supervisory and leadership position as the team continues to grow.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to high-quality private client matters, receive direct mentoring from an experienced Head of Department, and play a key role in shaping the department’s future.
Who we’re looking for
- Solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE in private client law
- Experience across wills, trusts, probate, LPAs and deputyships
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Commercially aware and confident running own caseload
- STEP or SFE membership
- Marketing/BD experience and contentious probate knowledge
- Team player, approachable and detail-focused
- Ambitious, motivated and keen to progress
What you’ll be doing
- Managing a caseload of private client matters independently
- Drafting wills, LPAs, and trust documentation
- Handling estate and deputyship administration
- Communicating with clients, third parties and colleagues
- Ensuring compliance with AML, billing and financial policies
- Supporting juniors and assisting colleagues with complex cases
- Contributing to BD, marketing and client development activities
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: Up to £50,000 depending on experience
- Hours: Full time, with some part-time flexibility considered
- Location: Leeds – office presence required min. 3 days per week
- Holiday: Generous allowance plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working: Some flexibility in start/finish times
- Progression: Clear pathway into senior solicitor and beyond
- Other: Supportive mentoring from the Head of Department, chance to build BD skills and supervisory experience, growing team with plenty of quality work
📩 Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
Call 03300 245 606 or email bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com to find out more or apply confidentially.
Key details
Salary
£40,000 - £50,000
Location
- West Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-51624
Specialist for Private Client, Court of Protection and Contentious Probate lawyers in Yorkshire.
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