Private Client 7PQE

Henderson Scott; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Henderson Scott in Huddersfield is seeking an accomplished Private Client Lawyer with 7+ PQE to join a senior team. You will handle high-net-worth matters, provide strategic advice on wills, estates and trusts, and play a key role in department growth.

The role offers autonomy, strong client base, and opportunities for leadership within a supportive practice that values progression and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' PQE in private client law.
• Broad technical expertise across private client matters.

Responsibilities

• Managing a complex and varied caseload of private client matters.
• Advising on wills, estate planning and wealth preservation.
• Handling probate and estate administration matters, including high-value estates.
• Providing advice on trusts, trust creation and trust administration.
• Advising on inheritance tax, succession planning and asset protection.
• Dealing with Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts.
• Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to the continued growth of the department.
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers where appropriate.

Job description

Private Client Lawyer (7+ PQE)

Huddersfield | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

A respected and well-established law firm is seeking an accomplished Private Client Lawyer (7+ PQE) to join its highly regarded team in Huddersfield. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced solicitor who is looking to take on a senior role within a supportive and forward-thinking practice, handling high-quality work while helping to shape the future growth of the department.

The successful candidate will advise a broad range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners and elderly clients, across the full spectrum of private client matters. The role offers significant autonomy, responsibility and the opportunity to become a trusted adviser to a longstanding client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a complex and varied caseload of private client matters
• Advising on wills, estate planning and wealth preservation
• Handling probate and estate administration matters, including high-value estates
• Providing advice on trusts, trust creation and trust administration
• Advising on inheritance tax, succession planning and asset protection
• Dealing with Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts
• Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to the continued growth of the department
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers where appropriate

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A minimum of 7 years' PQE in private client law
• Strong technical expertise across a broad range of private client matters

What's on Offer

• High-quality and varied private client work
• A loyal and established client base
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Genuine opportunities for senior-level progression
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible and modern working practices
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities
• The chance to play a key role in the continued success and growth of a respected private client team

This opportunity would suit an ambitious and experienced private client lawyer seeking a senior position where they can make a meaningful contribution, build long-term client relationships and further enhance their reputation within the Yorkshire legal market.