Private Client Solicitor

• Clear route towards senior leadership or Partnership within a growing private client team
• Hybrid working, strong benefits and a genuinely people-first culture
• High-quality wills, probate and estate planning work with long-term client relationships

Private client lawyers rarely move purely for salary anymore. More often, it’s about finding the right environment — somewhere with quality work, sensible support, good people around you and a clear future ahead. This role, based in Macclesfield, offers exactly that.

The team is continuing to grow and is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Partner-level lawyer who wants to take ownership of a varied caseload while playing a meaningful role in the department’s long-term development. There’s already a strong flow of work and an established client base, so you’ll be stepping into a busy practice rather than needing to build from scratch.

From day one, you’ll manage a broad mix of wills, probate, estate administration, LPAs, trusts and Court of Protection matters, while working closely with experienced senior colleagues. Over time, there’s genuine scope to deepen client relationships, help shape the future of the team and progress further into senior leadership if that’s something you’re interested in.

The culture itself is collaborative, professional and refreshingly down-to-earth. There’s a strong emphasis on client care, long-term relationships and supporting people properly — both internally and externally. It’s the kind of environment where lawyers are trusted to get on with their work while still feeling part of a close-knit team.

For someone who enjoys private client work but wants more autonomy, better long-term progression and a healthier working environment than many larger firms can offer, this is a particularly strong option.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or equivalent (E)
• 5+ years’ PQE or equivalent experience in private client law (E)
• Strong technical expertise across wills, probate, estate administration and estate planning (E)
• Experience handling a broad private client caseload independently (E)
• Excellent client care and relationship-building skills (E)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail (E)
• Comfortable supporting and supervising junior colleagues where needed (D)
• Interest in business development and networking activity (E)
• Collaborative, professional and proactive approach (E)
• Interest in longer-term progression within the team (D)

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a varied private client caseload including:
  • Wills
  • Probate and estate administration
  • LPAs
  • Trusts
  • Court of Protection matters
• Building and maintaining strong long-term client relationships
• Managing billing, WIP and fee income in line with agreed targets
• Supporting the wider growth and development of the department
• Supervising and supporting junior colleagues where required
• Taking part in networking, marketing and business development activity
• Ensuring compliance with Lexcel and SRA standards
• Using the firm’s case management systems and maintaining accurate records

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 additional Christmas closure days
• Birthday day off
• Hybrid/flexible working
• Private health cover
• Medical cashback scheme
• 24-hour GP service
• Life cover (4x salary)
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave/pay
• Employer pension contribution
• £1,000 employee referral scheme
• Voucher reward schemes
• Social, charity and CSR events
• Strong long-term progression opportunities within a growing team

Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com

📞 03300 245 606

Kelly specialises in private client recruitment across the North West and can give you a clear picture of how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.