Private Client Lawyer

Realm Recruit; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds is seeking a private client lawyer to manage a diverse caseload, including wills and trusts. This role offers one-on-one mentoring, flexible working, and a clear path to partnership. Ideal for those eager to grow in private client law with a supportive team.

Benefits

STEP qualification support

Annual bonus scheme

Flexible working hours

31 days’ holiday

Employee Assistance Scheme

Life Assurance

Annual travel card loan

Regular funded staff events

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in private client law.
• Strong technical understanding of wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload of wills, trusts, probate, and Court of Protection matters.
• Work closely with a Partner to develop expertise and career.

Skills

Client care skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Business development interest

Job description

• Join a long-established firm with a loyal client base and excellent career progression.
• Receive one-on-one mentoring from a young but experienced Partner, with the opportunity to work towards Partnership.
• Flexible working options, a 35-hour workweek, and a competitive benefits package, including STEP qualification support.

Are you a private client lawyer looking for hands-on mentoring, career progression, and the opportunity to develop into a well-rounded solicitor?

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with a supportive and ambitious Partner in a firm that has been representing individuals for over 140 years. Based on the outskirts of Leeds, you'll manage a broad caseload of wills, trusts, probate, Court of Protection matters, and lasting powers of attorney, while being encouraged to develop your expertise and grow within the firm.

With a strong reputation for high-quality client service and a commitment to training and progression, this role is ideal for someone eager to build their career in private client law.

Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a solicitor or legal executive with:

• At least two years’ experience in private client law.
• A strong technical understanding of wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning.
• Excellent client care skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and ambitious approach, with an interest in business development.

Salary & Benefits

• Earn a top-of-market salary.
• STEP qualification fees covered.
• 1-2 days per week home working.
• 35-hour working week with flexibility on working hours.
• Clear career progression, with Partner mentoring and long-term growth opportunities.
• Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of basic salary.
• 31 days’ holiday, including bank holidays and your birthday off, plus long-service increments.
• Option to buy additional holidays each year.
• Employee Assistance Scheme and Life Assurance.
• Annual travel card loan and regular funded staff events.
• A flexible, agile working environment with a strong focus on work-life balance.

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
If you're looking for a role where you’ll receive expert mentoring, strong career progression, and a healthy work-life balance, get in touch withBill [e-mail] call03300 245 606to find out more.