Senior Private Client Solicitor

• Step into a senior role within an established Private Client team with a ready-made caseload
• Enjoy hybrid working, flexible hours and an attractive benefits package
• Support the department’s continued growth, with opportunities to develop its presence across Cheshire and Shropshire

Are you an experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for a senior opportunity where you can take on greater responsibility and play an important role in a growing department?

This well-established Cheshire law firm is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE to join its Nantwich office, offering a varied caseload, strong client relationships and the opportunity to support the department’s next chapter.

You’ll handle a broad range of Private Client matters, including wills, trusts, estate administration, tax planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection work, alongside more complex estates involving business and agricultural assets.

With an established senior solicitor retiring, this is an opportunity to step into a key position within the team. You’ll work closely with the incoming Head of Department, taking ownership of existing work while supporting colleagues and contributing to the department’s development.

The firm is also looking to expand its Private Client presence in Whitchurch, where the team already meets clients regularly. This creates an opportunity to help strengthen relationships and support future growth across both locations.

With a collaborative working culture, flexible hours and an emphasis on professional development, this is an appealing opportunity for a senior lawyer seeking a long-term role with genuine influence.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years’ Private Client PQE (E)
• Strong experience across wills, probate, trusts and estate planning (E)
• Ability to manage a varied Private Client caseload independently (E)
• Experience handling complex estate administration matters (E)
• Excellent technical knowledge and attention to detail (E)
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills (E)
• Commercially aware, organised and proactive approach (E)
• Ability to provide sensitive, practical advice to clients (E)
• Collaborative mindset and interest in departmental growth (E)
• Experience handling estates involving business or agricultural assets (D)
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues (D)
• Interest in business development and local networking (D)

What you’ll be doing

• Managing an established Private Client caseload
• Drafting wills and advising on estate planning
• Handling probate and complex estate administration
• Advising on trusts and inheritance tax planning
• Managing estates involving business and agricultural assets
• Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Handling Court of Protection matters
• Building lasting client relationships
• Supporting the incoming Head of Department
• Mentoring junior colleagues where appropriate
• Developing local referral relationships
• Supporting growth in Nantwich and Whitchurch

Salary & Benefits

• £45,000–£65,000, depending on experience
• Hybrid working available
• Flexible working hours where needed
• Full-time, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• 33 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
• Attractive performance-related bonus scheme
• Additional discretionary bonus
• Life assurance
• Employee benefits scheme
• Free parking
• Established caseload with work readily available
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to influence departmental growth
• Senior position within a well-established practice

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Private Client Solicitor seeking high-quality work, greater responsibility and the chance to help shape the future of an established department.

If you’re looking for a senior role that combines autonomy, flexibility and genuine opportunities to make an impact, 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.