Senior Private Client Solicitor
Hot Job
- Mentor and support junior team members and trainees
- Handle complex, high-value and HNW matters
- Genuine pathway to Legal Director or Partner within 2 years
This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Private Client Solicitor to take the lead on high-quality, complex private client matters within a growing and nationally recognised team.
You’ll be part of a close-knit, collaborative group where people are trusted, appreciated and given the tools to thrive, both professionally and personally.
Who we’re looking for
- 5+ years’ PQE in Private Client law
- Solid experience managing HNW estates, trust administration, succession planning, and complex wills
- Confident working on taxable and non-taxable estates with minimal supervision
- STEP qualified or working towards
- Experience mentoring junior colleagues or leading small teams
- Background in a city centre or large regional firm, now seeking more balance and autonomy
- Collaborative and confident, someone who enjoys sharing their knowledge and helping others grow
What you’ll be doing
- Running a high-quality caseload independently, with support if needed
- Taking a technical lead on complex files and advising on HNW matters
- Mentoring and supporting junior team members and trainees
- Building relationships with IFAs, accountants, and referrers
- Helping the department grow by contributing to business development
- Supporting clients through the full spectrum of Private Client services, wills, probate, trusts, tax, LPAs, estate planning and more
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: Competitive and flexible based on experience
- 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
- 3 extra days off at Christmas + birthday off
- Healthcare scheme
- Free parking at all office locations
- Company pension
- Regular staff socials, summer festival, and wellbeing events
- Two non-contractual bonuses per year
- Two “Life Admin” half-days
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
Ready to step into a senior position where you can really make your mark? Get in touch with Bill to find out more.
📩 bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Key details
Salary
£50,000 - £65,000
Location
- West Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-53545
Specialist for Private Client, Court of Protection and Contentious Probate lawyers in Yorkshire.
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