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  • Join a close-knit, highly respected Private Client team within a leading national firm
  • Handle a varied caseload of complex wills, probate, trusts and estate matters for HNW clients
  • Progress your career under the guidance of a respected Partner in a supportive team environment

 

If you’re a Private Client Solicitor looking for high-quality work and the support to develop in a nationally recognised law firm, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step.

You’ll join a small but well-established team within a top 40 UK firm. The Birmingham-based Private Client department is known for its high standards and personal approach, while benefiting from the infrastructure and reputation of a national business.

You’ll work directly with experienced colleagues and have the chance to take on increasingly complex work as you grow within the firm.

Who we’re looking for

  • NQ–3 PQE Solicitor with strong experience in private client law
  • Experience gained from a regional or city law firm
  • Paralegal experience and extended private client seat during training
  • Stable background with a consistent track record in private client
  • Hardworking, proactive and professional with a clear desire for progression
  • Personable, team-oriented and confident in client-facing work

What you’ll be doing

  • Managing a varied caseload of private client matters including wills, trusts, complex probate, and estate planning
  • Supporting more senior lawyers on HNW and UHNW cases
  • Working with team members nationally, while being based in the Birmingham office
  • Developing your technical and commercial knowledge in a collaborative environment
  • Contributing to team goals and billable hours targets
  • Providing excellent client service across a wide-ranging caseload

Salary & Benefits

  • £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
  • 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Additional birthday day off
  • Option to purchase up to 5 extra days’ holiday
  • 2 days Working from home
  • Private medical and dental insurance
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Health assessments every 3 years
  • Employee assistance programme (incl. counselling and legal support)
  • Interest-free travel loan, tech scheme, and cycle to work
  • Excellent reward, recognition, and discount schemes

You’ll be working directly with a highly respected Partner and Head of Department, and be part of a firm that’s serious about helping you progress in your legal career.

Contact Rachael Conley

Call 03300 245 606 or email rachael.conley@realmrecruit.com to learn more or apply confidentially.

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Key details

Salary

£50,000 - £60,000

Location

  • Birmingham
  • West Midlands

Role type

  • Hybrid working

Contract type

  • Permanent

Practice area

Private Client

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V-50863

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Rachael Conley

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