Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor

Realm Recruit; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in York is seeking a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor to join their growing team. This role offers a competitive salary of £45,000–£55,000 and a clear path for career progression. Candidates should be newly qualified with good client-care skills and a willingness to learn in HNW matters. The position allows hybrid working and includes excellent benefits like support for STEP or CILEX training.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Extra leave for length of service

Support for STEP, CILEX training

Hybrid desk-booking app

Supportive culture with regular socials

Qualifications

• Newly qualified, exposure to wills and LPAs preferred; probate-only experience less suited.
• Organised, proactive and detail-focused with strong client-care skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop, particularly in HNW matters.

Responsibilities

• Supporting senior lawyers on HNW estates and complex tax/estate planning.
• Running your own caseload of wills, LPAs and probate files.
• Drafting documents and handling client correspondence.
• Liaising with clients, intermediaries and other professionals.
• Playing an active role in the team’s growth and future development.

Skills

Organised

Proactive

Detail-focused

Strong client-care skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Newly qualified

1–3 PQE solicitors

Job description

Overview

• Join a leading Legal 500 private client team with exposure to HNW work
• Clear route to Associate and Senior Associate with STEP/CILEX support
• £45,000–£55,000 DOE + excellent benefits + hybrid flexibility

We’re looking for a Newly Qualified Private Client Solicitor to join a growing, well-regarded team in York. With a strong pipeline of high-quality work and a national reputation for private client services, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise and progress within a supportive, ambitious environment. With leaders keen to mentor and develop the next generation, this role is ideal if you want structured career progression and exposure to sophisticated private client work.

Who we’re looking for

• Newly qualified
• Exposure to wills and LPAs preferred; probate-only experience less suited
• Open to NQs and 1–3PQE solicitors, as well as non-qualified fee earners
• Organised, proactive and detail-focused with strong client-care skills
• Willingness to learn and develop, particularly in HNW matters

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting senior lawyers on HNW estates and complex tax/estate planning
• Running your own caseload of wills, LPAs and probate files
• Drafting documents and handling client correspondence
• Liaising with clients, intermediaries and other professionals
• Playing an active role in the team’s growth and future development

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £45,000–£55,000 DOE
• Hours: Full time (35 hours), part time considered
• Flexible working: 2 days from home; blend of Harrogate/Leeds office attendance
• Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays + extra leave for length of service
• Support for STEP, CILEX or training contract (with tuition fees covered)
• Clear progression path: Paralegal → Associate → Senior Associate
• Hybrid desk-booking app to choose office days and locations
• Transparent business reporting so you can see team and firm performance
• Supportive culture with approachable leaders and regular socials

Contact

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood

Call 03300 245 606 or email [e-mail] to find out more or apply confidentially.