Private Client Partner

Realm Recruit; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected regional law firm in Chester is seeking a Private Client Partner to build a private client presence while working within a collaborative team. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in private client work, be confident in client relationship management, and enjoy flexible hybrid working. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 along with extensive benefits including 35 days holiday, healthcare contributions, and monthly staff rewards.

Benefits

35 days holiday including bank holidays

Birthday day off

Healthcare cash plan

5% pension contribution

Death in service benefit

Staff discounts

Discounted gym membership

Monthly staff rewards

Charity and social events

Qualifications

• Must have 4+ years of experience in private client work.
• Experience in Wills, Probate, LPAs, Estate Administration, and ideally Trusts is required.
• Confident in growing a client base with support.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied private client caseload in the Chester office.
• Build relationships with referrers, clients, and other professionals.
• Work with the firm’s marketing team on business development.

Skills

Private client work

Wills and Probate

Estate Administration

Client relationship management

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Qualified Solicitor (4+ years’ PQE)

STEP qualified (or working towards)

Job description

• Build a private client presence inChester with strong cross-office support
• Join a collaborative and well-established regional private client team
• Enjoy meaningful work, great benefits, and flexible hybrid working

Are you a Private ClientPartner ready for a new challenge where you can build something of your own while being part of a close-knit and collaborative team?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected regional law firm and play a key role in expanding their private client offering at theirChester office. You’ll work alongside a broader team that spans four offices and prides itself on both the quality of its work and its supportive culture.

Who we’re looking for

• A qualified Solicitor with 4+ years’ PQE in private client work
• A well-rounded practitioner experienced in Wills, Probate, LPAs, Estate Administration and ideally, Trusts
• Someone who is confident growing a client base, leveraging marketing support and existing internal referrals
• STEP qualified or working towards (Desired)
• A personable, proactive lawyer who enjoys collaborating with others

What you’ll be doing

• Handling a varied private client caseload, building up work in theChester office
• Developing relationships with referrers, clients, and other professionals
• Working closely with the firm’s in-house marketing team on BD and events
• Collaborating with colleagues across other offices to provide seamless service
• Playing a long‑term role in shaping the growth of the private client team in the area

Salary & benefits

• Up to £55,000, depending on experience
• 35 days holiday including bank holidays, with the ability to carry over 5 days
• Birthday day off
• Healthcare cash plan and 5% pension contribution
• 4x death in service
• Staff discounts and discounted gym membership
• Monthly staff rewards like breakfast drop‑ins and pizza deliveries
• Charity and social events, including an all‑expenses‑paid Christmas party and participation in fundraising initiatives

Contact Kelly Reid

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📞 03300 245 606