Part-time Senior Private Client Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable law firm just outside Leeds is seeking a Part-time Senior Private Client Solicitor to join their Legal 500-rated team. You will manage a full, varied caseload from day one, supported by a friendly culture that focuses on quality service. This role offers genuine progression opportunities, including succession potential, flexible working hours, and excellent benefits. Applicants should have over 6 years of experience in private client and strong client-care skills.

Benefits

1 day per week WFH

Family-friendly hours

Free parking

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ PQE in Private Client.
• Experience across wills, LPAs, probate, estate administration.
• Confident managing a full caseload autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full Private Client caseload from day one.
• Deliver a high standard of client care.
• Mentor junior and mid-level colleagues where needed.

Skills

6+ years’ PQE in Private Client

Strong experience across wills, LPAs, probate, estate administration

Comfortable handling complex matters

Technically strong and quality-driven

Appetite for BD and relationship-building

Job description

• Step into a senior role within a Legal 500-ranked private client team
• Ready-made, high-quality caseload with strong internal referrals
• Genuine progression potential, including succession opportunity

This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious Part‑time Senior Private Client Solicitor to join a highly regarded, Legal 500‑ranked team just outside Leeds. You’ll walk into a full, varied caseload from day one, supported by a friendly, down‑to‑earth culture that focuses on quality of service rather than aggressive billing.

With a well‑established pipeline, strong internal referrals and a high‑performing conveyancing team feeding work into the department, you’ll have the stability of a busy workload paired with the autonomy to modernise, shape and grow the offering.

The culture is friendly and low‑ego with flexible hours, approachable colleagues and a strong focus on work‑life balance.

Who we’re looking for

• 6+ years’ PQE in Private Client
• Strong experience across wills, LPAs, probate, estate administration
• Comfortable handling complex matters
• Background from a reputable regional, national or Legal 500‑rated team
• Confident managing a full caseload autonomously
• Technically strong and quality‑driven
• Appetite for BD and relationship‑building
• Ambitious, forward‑thinking and keen to drive improvements
• Collaborative, approachable and low‑ego

What you’ll be doing

• Manage a full Private Client caseload from day one
• Deliver a high standard of client care
• Mentor junior and mid‑level colleagues where needed
• Support BD and networking initiatives
• Identify opportunities to modernise processes and improve efficiencies
• Contribute to a collaborative, supportive team culture
• Help stabilise workflow during a period of growth and change

Salary & Benefits

• Legal 500-ranked team with outstanding reputation
• High-quality, ready-made caseload
• Genuine succession potential and long‑term progression
• 1 day per week WFH (potential for more once settled)
• Part‑time considered for senior candidates
• Family‑friendly hours (school run flexibility)
• Free parking
• Supportive, flexible and down‑to‑earth culture

Contact Bill Szajna‑Hopgood

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📞 03300 245 606