Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor

• Senior role with real autonomy, run your own caseload while shaping team growth
• Hybrid working across Cheshire with a strong work–life balance
• Clear progression within a supportive, people-first Private Client team

This role is based in Cheshire and offers a genuine step up for an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive who wants more than just a steady caseload. You’ll be joining a team where there’s already a strong flow of work, giving you the chance to focus on quality and client relationships rather than constantly chasing new instructions.

In your first few months, you’ll take ownership of a varied caseload, wills, probate, estate administration, LPAs and broader private client matters , while getting to grips with systems and processes. You’ll be supported by senior colleagues, but trusted to work independently and build your own way of managing files and clients.

As you become established, the role naturally evolves. You’ll play a bigger part in developing the team, supporting junior colleagues, and contributing to business development activity. There’s a strong emphasis on building long-term client relationships, so this isn’t about volume, it’s about doing good work, properly, and becoming a trusted adviser.

The culture is collaborative, down-to-earth and professional without being corporate. People are approachable, expectations are clear, and there’s a shared focus on doing right by clients and each other. It’s the kind of environment where you’re given autonomy, but never left without support.

If you’re at the stage where you want to step into a more senior, well-rounded role, with influence, stability and progression, this is a natural next move.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 5+ PQE in Private Client
• Strong experience across wills, probate, estate administration and LPAs
• Confident managing your own caseload independently
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Collaborative, proactive and professional approach
• Experience supporting or supervising junior colleagues (Desired)
• Business development experience or willingness to get involved (Desired)

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a broad private client caseload from instruction to completion
• Advising clients on wills, probate, estate administration and LPAs
• Drafting legal documents and managing files through the case management system
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships
• Supporting junior colleagues and covering work where needed
• Contributing to business development and networking activity
• Working closely with the Head of Department on team growth and development
• Ensuring compliance with SRA standards and internal procedures

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 extra days at Christmas + birthday off
• Hybrid working options across Cheshire
• Private health cover + medical cashback scheme
• 24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Life cover (4x salary) and enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
• Employer pension contribution
• Active social calendar, charity events and CSR initiatives
• Supportive, stable team with a strong focus on wellbeing

Contact Kelly Reid

📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606

If you’re looking for a senior private client role where you can build relationships, influence a team and enjoy a more balanced way of working, Kelly can talk you through the detail.