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  • Step into a busy caseload with strong team support and flexible working
  • Gain exposure to a broad mix of work, including taxable estates and deputyship
  • Long-term opportunity to progress, with STEP/SQE support and leadership from a respected expert

 

If you’re an experienced Private Client lawyer looking to join a supportive, well-established team where you’ll be trusted to get on with the job, this is a brilliant opportunity.

This Sheffield-based firm has built a strong reputation across Yorkshire and is known for its personal, long-standing approach to client service. You’ll be working closely with a STEP-qualified private client specialist and the rest of the down-to-earth, collaborative team.

You’ll inherit a full and varied caseload including wills, probate (including taxable estates), and some Court of Protection and deputyship matters. While STEP qualification isn’t required, you’ll be encouraged and supported if you want to pursue it, and the same goes for the SQE route. What matters most is solid experience and a good fit for the team.

Who we’re looking for

  • Strong probate and estate administration experience
  • Ability to manage a varied private client caseload with minimal supervision
  • Confident, clear communicator with a client-first mindset
  • Team-oriented and collaborative
  • Experience with deputyship work
  • STEP-qualified or working towards
  • 5+ years’ PQE
  • Ambition to grow and progress

Salary & benefits

  • Earn a competitive salary
  • 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home after onboarding
  • Part-time considered
  • Flexible hours to suit family and life commitments
  • Support with STEP qualification or SQE
  • Long-term progression path
  • Friendly, loyal team with strong admin support
  • Centrally located Sheffield office

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood

Call 03300 245 606 or email bill.szajna-hopgood@realmrecruit.com to find out more about this Private Client Lawyer role in Sheffield or apply confidentially.

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Key details

Salary

£40,000 - £50,000

Location

  • South Yorkshire

Role type

  • Hybrid working

Contract type

  • Permanent

Practice area

Private Client

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Specialist for Private Client, Court of Protection and Contentious Probate lawyers in Yorkshire.

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