Senior Private Client Solicitor

• Handle high-quality, complex Private Client work, including high-net-worth estates, trusts and estate planning
• Enjoy genuine progression opportunities towards Partner level, without the pressure of formal management responsibilities
• Benefit from hybrid working, flexible hours and a supportive, well-established team

Are you an experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for more complex work, greater responsibility and the opportunity to take the next step in your career?

This highly regarded Cheshire law firm is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE to join its established Private Client department.

Following a recent change in departmental leadership, the firm is looking for an experienced Solicitor to work closely with the Head of Department, providing additional senior expertise and supporting a
team of more junior colleagues.

What makes this opportunity particularly attractive is the quality and variety of work available. You’ll handle complex Private Client matters, including high-net-worth estates, trusts, tax planning and estate administration involving business and agricultural assets. Previous agricultural experience isn’t essential.

You’ll enjoy considerable autonomy over your caseload while benefiting from a collaborative team environment. There will also be opportunities to mentor junior Solicitors, share your expertise and contribute to the department’s continued development.

Career progression is flexible and tailored to your ambitions. Whether you’re an ambitious Solicitor looking to develop towards Partnership or an established senior professional who enjoys technical work and supporting colleagues without formal management responsibilities, the firm can accommodate your goals.

The culture is supportive and focused on professional development, with performance expectations that take account of the complexity and value of your work rather than relying on a rigid, one-size-fits-all approach.

With hybrid working, flexible hours and a four-day week considered, this is an excellent opportunity to combine career development with a healthy work-life balance.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified Private Client Solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE (E)
• Strong experience independently managing a varied Private Client caseload (E)
• Experience handling complex Private Client matters and high-net-worth estates (E)
• Strong technical knowledge of wills, probate, trusts and estate administration (E)
• Ability to provide clear, practical advice on estate and tax planning (E)
• Excellent client care and relationship management skills (E)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail (E)
• Commercial awareness and sound professional judgement (E)
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team (E)
• Professional, approachable manner when advising individuals and families (E)
• STEP qualification or membership (D)
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior Solicitors (D)
• Experience handling estates involving agricultural or business assets (D)
• Experience advising on Court of Protection matters (D)
• Interest in business development and building professional referral relationships (D)
• Ambition to progress towards Partner level (D)

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a varied caseload of complex Private Client matters
• Advising on wills, probate, estate administration and estate planning
• Handling high-net-worth estates and complex trust matters
• Advising on inheritance tax and succession planning
• Managing estates involving business and agricultural assets
• Preparing and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Handling Court of Protection matters where appropriate
• Providing sensitive, practical advice to individuals, families and business owners
• Supporting and mentoring junior Solicitors within the department
• Working closely with the Head of Department on complex matters
• Building strong client relationships and developing professional referrals
• Contributing to the continued growth and development of the Private Client team

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000–£70,000, depending on experience and technical capability
• Hybrid working – up to 2 days from home
• Full-time, 36.25 hours per week, with four days considered
• Flexible working hours where required
• 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays
• Attractive performance-related bonus scheme, plus discretionary bonus opportunities
• Life assurance and employee benefits scheme
• Free parking
• High-quality, complex Private Client work with significant autonomy
• Opportunity to progress towards Partner level, if desired
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to mentor junior colleagues
• Ongoing professional development and career support
• Performance targets tailored to the nature and complexity of your work

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Private Client Solicitor seeking high-quality work, genuine career flexibility and the chance to play an important role within a respected Cheshire practice.

Whether you’re looking to progress towards Partnership or simply enjoy sophisticated Private Client work within a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606

While this advert sets out the criteria applicable to each salary band, the salary guidance given is purely indicative. The precise salary offered within that band will ultimately be determined by the hirer, taking into account the individual candidate’s experience, qualifications and overall suitability for the role.