Private Client Fee Earner

Realm Recruit; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Huddersfield is seeking a Private Client Fee Earner to join their Legal 500-ranked team. This role offers autonomy and flexibility, with a focus on managing a diverse caseload without the pressure of business development. Enjoy excellent perks including hybrid working, bonuses, and a supportive culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday off and two life admin days

Two annual non-contractual bonuses

Private health scheme

Pension contributions

Christmas parties and team events

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience as a private client fee earner.
• Confident managing own caseload independently.
• Competent with case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle wills, probate, estate admin, and LPAs.
• Join a busy department with significant caseload.

Skills

Client communication

Case management

Job description

Legal 500 team with a growing caseload ready and waiting

• Enjoy a down-to-earth culture and avoid commuting into the city centre
• Flexible hybrid working with excellent perks and wellbeing support

If you’re a capable and confident Private Client Fee Earner looking for autonomy, flexibility, and a firm that values its people – this could be the ideal next step.

This well-established team has a significant caseload in Huddersfield and is looking for someone who can hit the ground running. You’ll join a busy department with plenty of work and little need for business development – just bring your skills and get stuck in.

With two days from home, a Legal 500-ranked team, and standout benefits including bonus schemes, life admin days, and private healthcare, this firm offers the perfect blend of stability and satisfaction.

Who we’re looking for

• At least 1–2 years’ experience as a private client fee earner
• Confident managing your own caseload independently
• Comfortable handling wills, probate, estate admin, and LPAs (no Court of Protection or HNW experience required)
• Friendly, reliable, and aligned with the firm’s supportive and collaborative ethos
• Competent with case management systems and strong on client communication

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Your birthday off, plus two half days a year for life admin
• Two annual non-contractual bonuses
• Private health scheme
• Pension contributions
• Christmas parties and team events
• Hybrid working – two days from home
• Legal 500-ranked private client team
• Located in Huddersfield, avoiding city centre commute
• Open to flexible working arrangements for the right candidate

Contact

Bill Szajna-Hopgood

If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, be trusted to do good work, and enjoy a people-first culture, contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood at [e-mail] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.