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.