Private Client Partner

Realm Recruit; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive legal firm as a Private Client Partner or Senior Associate, focused on developing a private client practice in Leeds. Enjoy an environment free from traditional hierarchy with the support of a successful team and the autonomy to build your success. This role offers genuine flexibility, collaboration, and the opportunity to thrive in a modern legal setting, making it ideal for motivated practitioners ready to make an impact.

Qualifications

• Specialist in Private Client law with a strong presence in HNW matters.
• Building reputation and networks within the Leeds region.
• Commercially minded and comfortable with modern legal technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the firm's private client presence in Leeds.
• Collaborate with a successful team in delivering client solutions.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements, with autonomy over your practice.

Skills

Private Client specialist

Experience in complex, HNW matters

Building reputation and network

Commercial awareness

Collaborative mindset

Job description

• Step away from the traditional partnership model
• Lead and grow a high-quality private client offering
• Enjoy flexibility, collaboration, and autonomy without compromise

Are you a Private Client leader ready for something different?

This is a rare opportunity to join a national firm that’s turned its back on old-school legal hierarchy and embraced a fresh, forward-thinking approach. With no internal competition, no politics, and no partnership red tape, this firm puts business-minded lawyers at the heart of its success and rewards them accordingly.

They’re looking for a Private Client Partner (or ambitious Senior Associate/Legal Director) to take ownership of their Leeds presence and drive the next phase of growth. You’ll have the autonomy and backing to build something sustainable, with support from a successful team across Yorkshire and the wider UK.

Who we’re looking for

• A Private Client specialist with experience in complex, HNW matters
• Someone who isalready building their reputation and network in the region
• You’ll ideally have a modest following, solid contacts, or at least a clear plan to generate work
• You’re comfortable using tech and don’t need a dedicated secretary, you’ll have modern tools and team support instead
• You’re commercial, collaborative, and excited by the opportunity to build your own success

The opportunity

• Take the lead on developing the firm’s private client presence in Leeds and West Yorkshire
• Collaborate with a friendly, successful team already thriving in Leeds
• Join a firm where you’ll be treated like an adult, with genuine flexibility around when and how you work
• Be part of something bigger, a national team with a local feel, and no partner politics

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood

Call 03300 245 606 or [e-mail] learn more or apply discreetly.