Private Client - Leeds - 5+PQE Through To Partner

QED Legal Recruitment Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

QED Legal Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Private Client Solicitor in Leeds. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years' PQE and be confident in managing their own caseload within a growing, well-established private client team.

Responsibilities include handling Wills, estate planning, trusts, probate, and Court of Protection matters, with opportunities from Senior Associate through to Partner level.

Qualifications

• An experienced Private Client Solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE and a high-quality client service.
• Senior Associate level to Partner can be considered.
• Join a growing, established private client team handling a broad caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied private client caseload including wills, estate planning, trusts, probate and Court of Protection matters.
• Deliver high-quality client service and build long-term client relationships.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the private client team.

Skills

Wills & estate planning

Court of Protection

Probate & estate administration

Trusts

Caseload management

Job description

Private Client Solicitor | Leeds | 5+ PQE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a growing and well‑established private client team at a highly regarded Yorkshire law firm.

The team has recently been recognised as finalists at the 2026 Yorkshire Legal Awards and, following continued growth, they're now looking to welcome another experienced lawyer.

The role will involve managing a varied private client caseload, covering:

• Wills and estate planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Trusts
• Probate and estate administration
• Court of Protection matters

You'll be joining an established team handling a broad range of private client work, with the opportunity to play an important part in its continued development.

Who are they looking for?

An experienced Private Client Solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE, who is confident managing their own caseload and delivering a high-quality service to clients.

The firm is open‑minded when it comes to seniority, with the opportunity suitable for someone at Senior Associate level right through to Partner.

The opportunity:

• Join a growing and established private client team.
• Work for a firm recognised at the 2026 Yorkshire Legal Awards.
• Handle a varied caseload across the full spectrum of private client work.
• Opportunity available from 5+ PQE through to Partner level.