Private Client Partner

William James Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options available

Flexible and hybrid working

Discounted gym memberships

33 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance and health</

Pension + death in service

Excellent maternity/paternity pay

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor or Partner to lead a Private Client team in Leeds, taking over an established caseload and driving growth.

You will advise on wills, trusts, and estate planning for high-net-worth individuals, working closely with senior leadership to shape the firm's regional strategy, with flexible hybrid working and strong earning potential.

Qualifications

• Senior Private Client Solicitor or Partner from a reputable firm.
• Strong technical expertise across private client work.
• Proven leadership experience mentoring teams.
• Well-connected in the Leeds/Yorkshire market with strong referrer relationships.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with focus on growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a Private Client team in Leeds.
• Take over and further develop an established caseload and client relationships.
• Advise on wills, trusts and estate planning.
• Act for high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners.
• Work closely with senior leadership on growth strategy and performance.
• Mentor and develop junior lawyers and senior fee earners.

Skills

Leadership experience

Private client law

Client relationship management

Business development

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Partner – Leeds – up to £200,000 + Bonus + Benefits

This Private Client Partner role in Leeds is a rare opportunity for an ambitious individual to step into a leadership position within a well-established practice.

With strong internal support, an excellent brand, and clear investment in growth, this Private Client Solicitor / Partner opportunity in Leeds offers the platform to build, lead, and shape a team while developing a market-leading presence across the Yorkshire region.

The Role

• Lead and manage a Private Client team in Leeds
• Take over and further develop an established caseload and client relationships
• Advise on a broad range of private client matters, including wills, trusts and estate planning
• Act for high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners
• Work closely with senior leadership on growth strategy and performance
• Mentor and develop junior lawyers and senior fee earners

The Candidate

• Senior Private Client Solicitor or Partner from a reputable firm
• Strong technical expertise across private client work
• Proven leadership experience managing or mentoring teams
• Well-connected in the Leeds/Yorkshire market with strong referrer relationships
• Commercially astute with excellent client relationship skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on growth and development

Benefits

• Salary up to £200,000 + profit share
• Equity options available
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Discounted gym memberships
• 33 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance and health checks
• Pension + death in service
• Excellent maternity/paternity pay