Private Client Solicitor
- Join a respected and inclusive Private Client team in Coventry
- Up to £65k salary + bonus + clear route to Head of Department
- Supportive team culture with progression tailored to your strengths
We’re working with a well-established law firm in Coventry to recruit a Private Client Solicitor to join their growing team.
Whether you’re an experienced Solicitor, Legal Executive, or other fee earner, this is a rare chance to step into a role that offers genuine flexibility, strong client exposure, and the potential to shape the future of a high-performing department.
There’s no need to build from scratch; the team is already well-structured and busy.
Who we’re looking for
- Experience across a full range of Private Client matters, including wills, probate, estate admin, LPAs, and trusts
- Exposure to HNW or complex estates and/or agricultural work is desirable
- Technically excellent, with a strong understanding of best practice and compliance
- Background in a reputable firm with quality standards
- Approachable, proactive and collaborative — a team-first mentality is key
What you’ll be doing
- Managing a mixed private client caseload tailored to your level of experience
- Supporting existing team members and contributing to team development
- Potentially mentoring more junior colleagues, depending on your background
- Collaborating closely with legal secretaries, a paralegal and a new business assistant
- Option to grow into a managerial or Head of Department role over time
- Playing a key part in the continued success and organic growth of the department
Salary & Benefits
- Salary up to £65,000, depending on experience
- Bonus scheme – 10% on billing over target (3.5x salary)
- Well-established firm with strong staff retention
- 1–2 days working from home
- Clear internal progression structure
- Employee-owned business, committed to staying independent and values-led
- Collaborative culture – no hierarchy, despite the team’s seniority and recognition
📩 Contact Rachael Conley
Call 03300 245 606 or email rachael.conley@realmrecruit.com to apply or find out more in confidence.
Key details
Salary
£40,000 - £65,000
Location
- West Midlands
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-51789-3
Specialist for Private Client, Court of Protection and Contentious Probate lawyers in the West Midlands.
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