Private Client Solicitor

• Private Client Solicitor role with exposure to complex HNW / UHNW work
• Partner-led matters with manageable billing targets (c. 4.5 hours per day)
• Opportunity to step into a senior, influential position during a team rebuild

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly reputable Private Client practice at a pivotal moment. This role offers the chance to play a meaningful part in stabilising and shaping the team going forward.

You’ll work on high-quality, complex Private Client matters with strong partner support. The focus here is firmly on quality over quantity: clients come before numbers, and lawyers are encouraged to become well-rounded advisers rather than pure billers.

This role will suit someone confident, technically capable, and motivated by the chance to take responsibility, mentor others, and progress quickly in a supportive environment.

Who we’re looking for

• Private Client Solicitor with 3+ PQE
• Strong character and confidence to step into a senior role
• Solid tax knowledge
• Background in a reputable firm with exposure to good-quality Private Client work
• Candidates from strong high-street practices will be considered if the work exposure is right (Desired)
• Experience working with HNW / UHNW clients (Desired)
• STEP qualified or working towards STEP (Desired)

What you’ll be doing

• Handling a complex Private Client caseload including HNW / UHNW matters
• Working closely on partner-led files with structured support
• Helping to stabilise and rebuild the local Private Client team
• Mentoring and supporting more junior colleagues as the team grows
• Contributing to networking and cross-department referrals
• Building trusted relationships with clients and referrers

Salary & Benefits

• 26 days holiday, rising to 35 days with service
• Enhanced pension
• Paid volunteering days
• Regular social events
• Supportive HR function focused on creating a genuinely positive office environment
• Significant scope for progression due to recent team disruption
• Two promotion processes per year
• No fixed quotas on promotions, progression based on merit
• Profitable, well-respected practice with long-term stability

Contact Rachael Conley

📩 rachael.conley@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606

Rachael specialises in Private Client and Court of Protection roles across the Midlands and West and can give you a clear view on whether this opportunity is right for you, particularly if you’re looking for high-quality work, responsibility, and fast progression.