Private Client Solicitor
- Step into a busy, established private client caseload with genuine succession planning and partnership potential
- Join a friendly, non-corporate Cheshire firm offering autonomy, support and excellent work–life balance
- No requirement to bring work, the caseload and support structure are already in place
This is an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established Cheshire firm at a pivotal moment in the department’s long-term growth plans.
The role has arisen as part of a planned succession strategy, with a highly respected senior solicitor preparing for retirement later this year. You’ll step into an established and profitable caseload with the support of a paralegal and secretary, alongside a collaborative team environment where people stay long-term and genuinely enjoy working together.
The firm has a strong reputation locally and a steady pipeline of work, meaning there’s no expectation to generate your own clients or bring a following. Instead, the focus is on delivering excellent client care, supporting the development of more junior lawyers and becoming a key long-term figure within the team.
This role offers genuine autonomy, clear progression prospects and realistic partnership potential for someone who wants to grow their career in a stable, down-to-earth environment without the politics or pressure often associated with larger firms.
Who we’re looking for
- Qualified Private Client Solicitor with 3-6 years’ PQE
- Strong experience handling wills, LPAs and probate matters independently
- Comfortable managing a busy caseload autonomously
- Experience supporting or mentoring more junior colleagues
- Strong client care and relationship management skills
- Organised, approachable and collaborative
- Someone looking for long-term progression and greater autonomy
What you’ll be doing
- Managing a varied private client caseload including wills, probate and LPAs
- Advising clients on estate administration and succession planning matters
- Handling some HNW work
- Working closely with a dedicated paralegal and secretary
- Supporting and mentoring a more junior solicitor within the team
- Delivering excellent standards of client care
- Contributing to the continued growth and stability of the department
Salary & Benefits
- Excellent salary package depending on experience
- Genuine partnership potential, salaried or equity
- Hybrid working with 1 day from home per week
- Full-time or 4-day working week considered
- 35-hour working week (9am–5pm)
- Car parking space provided
- Strong work–life balance with no long-hours culture
- Friendly, supportive and non-corporate environment
- Established workflow with no expectation to generate your own work
- High levels of autonomy and long-term progression opportunities
Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
If you’re looking for a private client role offering quality work, autonomy and a genuine long-term future within a supportive Cheshire firm, get in touch with Kelly for a confidential chat.
Key details
Salary
£45,000 - £55,000
Location
- Cheshire
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-59192-8
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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