Junior Private Client Solicitor

Realm Recruit; York; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Rejoignez une équipe de premier plan dans le domaine des clients privés, en travaillant sur des affaires de haute valeur. Ce rôle de Junior Private Client Solicitor vous offre un parcours de progression vers le poste d'Associate ou Senior Associate, avec une formation continue et un encadrement de haut niveau. Profitez d'un environnement de travail hybride flexible, enrichi par un équilibre travail-vie personnelle.

Benefits

Support pour la qualification STEP ou CILEX

Semaine de travail flexible de 35 heures

Bureau moderne avec systèmes hot-desking

Qualifications

• Fortes compétences en testaments, probates et administration d'estates.
• Expérience avec des clients High Net Worth.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome.

Responsibilities

• Travailler sur des estates et trusts d'une valeur de £10m–£20m.
• Développer une expertise en droit successoral au sein d'une équipe reconnue.
• Bénéficier d'un mentorat de la part d'avocats respectés.

Skills

Attention to detail

Drive

Personable

Education

1-3 PQE in Private Client Law

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.