Private Client Senior Associate / Partner
Hot Job
- Take over a busy private client caseload and re-establish a York presence
- Enjoy autonomy, flexibility, and the backing of a supportive regional team
- Potential for progression to Partnership and opportunity to shape your office
Are you a confident private client solicitor looking for autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to shape your own office within a respected Yorkshire firm?
This is a unique opportunity for a Senior Associate–level solicitor or existing Partner to take ownership of the York private client presence at a long-established firm with a strong regional footprint.
You’ll inherit a busy caseload of wills, LPAs, trusts, and complex estate work, and have the space and support to rebuild the office around you.
Who we’re looking for
- 6+ PQE Solicitor with strong private client experience
- Confident in managing a full caseload independently
- Skilled in wills, LPAs, trusts, and pre-/post-death matters
- Strong technical knowledge and proactive approach
- Happy to work autonomously but knows when to reach out
- Experience working with HNW clients is helpful but not essential
- Willing to take on a leadership role and help shape a growing office
What you’ll be doing
- Managing an existing private client caseload across wills, trusts, probate, and LPAs
- Rebuilding and leading the firm’s presence in York
- Collaborating with colleagues in Leeds and Sheffield for support
- Helping to mentor junior lawyers in future as the office expands
- Playing a key role in long-term business development and growth strategy
Salary & Benefits
- £60,000–£75,000+ depending on experience
- Potential for Partnership if suitable
- 2 days WFH as standard (compressed hours / 4-day week considered)
- Flexible working options
- Trusted, autonomy-led culture
- Future support to build a two-person team in York
This is a standout opportunity to take a senior role and make a genuine impact, while enjoying the support of a friendly, modern team and the flexibility to work how you want.
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
Call 03300 245 606 or email bill.szajna-hopgood@realmrecruit.com to learn more or apply confidentially.
Key details
Salary
£60,000 - £75,000
Location
- North Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-51061
Specialist for Private Client, Court of Protection and Contentious Probate lawyers in Yorkshire.
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