Junior Private Client Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Une plateforme dynamique au sein de l'une des meilleures équipes de clients privés recherche un Junior Private Client Solicitor. Vous serez entraîné dans un flux de cas complexes, avec une réelle opportunité de progression vers un rôle d'Associé ou de Senior Associé tout en bénéficiant d'une formation et d'un mentorat de premier plan.

Benefits

Support pour la qualification STEP ou CILEX (frais de scolarité couverts)

Semaine de travail flexible de 35 heures

Obligations mensuelles et transparence sur la facturation

Bureau moderne avec hot-desking

Culture amicale et collaborative

Qualifications

• Junior Private Client Solicitor avec 1-3 PQE.
• Exposition antérieure aux travaux de succession à valeur élevée souhaitée.
• Capable de travailler de manière indépendante.

Responsibilities

• Travailler avec une équipe Legal 500 sur des biens et testaments de clients haut de gamme.
• Mentorat de deux avocats reconnus dans le domaine.

Skills

Wills

Probate

Estate Administration

Attention to Detail

Drive

Personable

Education

1-3 PQE as a Private Client Solicitor

Job description

• Work with a Legal 500 team on high-value HNW estates and trusts
• Progression path to Associate/Senior Associate or develop into a leadership role
• Mentorship from two of the region’s most respected private client lawyers

Join one of the region’s top-ranked private client teams and get stuck into a growing pipeline of £10m–£20m estates, family investment companies, and complex, high-end work. Whether you're ready to step into a senior role or looking to grow into it, this is a brilliant opportunity to learn directly from two of Yorkshire’s leading private client lawyers and make your mark in a high-performing team.

There’s no expectation of a following. What matters is your drive, attention to detail and enthusiasm for HNW estate work, you’ll be well supported, well resourced and given a genuine route to progression.

Who we’re looking for

• JuniorPrivate Client Solicitor with 1-3 PQE
• Strong grounding in wills, probate and estate admin
• Previous exposure to high-net-worth estate work
• Able to work independently and hit the ground running
• Down-to-earth, personable and eager to keep learning

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and level
• Legal 500 recognised team (Tier 3)
• Feature in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide
• Route to Associate or Senior Associate for someone stepping up
• Support for STEP or CILEX qualification (tuition funded)
• 35-hour flexible working week
• Hybrid working: 2 days from home, 2 in Leeds, 1 in Harrogate
• Monthly business updates and full transparency on billing across teams
• Modern office systems and hot-desking via app
• Friendly, open culture with expert mentorship and a collaborative feel

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood

If you’re looking for a private client role where you can work with major clients, grow your expertise, and progress at your pace, contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood at [e-mail] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.