Private Client Lawyer

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

Job summary

Join a multi-award-winning Yorkshire firm as a Private Client Lawyer near Leeds, offering a strong caseload and a supportive, down-to-earth culture. Enjoy a flexible work-life balance with hybrid working options and no pressure for business development. This role is ideal for someone looking to step up in their career in a friendly, collaborative environment.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Hybrid working

Family-friendly hours

Clear progression path

Qualifications

• Experience managing own caseload of wills, LPAs, and probate.
• Comfortable with HNW clients.
• Ambition to progress and/or support junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload with autonomy.
• Support team members and attend to business development.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Team player

Business development willingness

Education

2+ years PQE in Private Client

Job description

• Step into a strong, steady caseload in a flexible, friendly firm
• Enjoy a genuinely down-to-earth team culture with realistic expectations
• Great work/life balance withfree parking, flexible hours, hybrid working

If you’re looking for a Private Client role that offers autonomy, stability, and a supportive team without the pressures of unrealistic targets, this could be the perfect next step.

You’ll be joining a well-regarded, multi-award-winning Yorkshire firm with a long-established presence and a loyal client base. Based just outside Leeds, the firm offers a warm, collaborative environment and a high-quality, varied caseload.

There’s plenty of work from day one no need to bring a following or worry about business development. You’ll have the freedom to manage your own caseload, while contributing to a close-knit team where everyone supports one another.

Who we’re looking for

• 2+ years’ PQE in Private Client
• Comfortable managing your own caseload of wills, LPAs, and probate
• Strong client care and communication skills
• Team player with a grounded, approachable manner
• Experience with HNW clients
• Ambition to progress and/or support junior colleagues
• Willingness to get involved with BD

Salary & benefits

• Earn a competitive salary
• Hybrid working with 1 day WFH per week
• Part-time considered (particularly for more senior candidates)
• Free onsite parking
• Family-friendly hours to allowflexibility for school runs etc.
• Easily accessible from Leeds and surrounding areas
• Clear progression path for those who want to step up
• Strong and supportive team environment
• Realistic, quality-focused targets

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood

Call 03300 245 606 or [e-mail] learn more about this Private Client Lawyer role near Leeds or apply confidentially.