Private Client Partner

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier recruitment firm is seeking a Private Client Partner to lead their well-respected practice on the outskirts of Cardiff, offering exceptional flexibility and a strong focus on work-life balance. The successful candidate will oversee high-quality matters involving wills, trusts, and complex estates. Ideal qualifications include proven experience with high-net-worth clients and a STEP qualification. This role provides autonomy and a modern work culture within a Chambers-ranked team.

Benefits

Competitive Partner-level salary

Benefits package

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Seasoned Private Client lawyer with extensive experience.
• Strong ability to oversee high-quality matters including wills and trusts.
• Commercial-minded with a focus on client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Private Client department.
• Oversee wills, trusts, and tax planning matters.
• Manage high-net-worth and complex estate matters.

Skills

Proven experience handling complex estates

Exceptional client service

Confident leading a team

Education

STEP qualification

Job description

🌟 Private Client Partner - Top Commercial Firm | Cardiff Outskirts | Fully Flexible Working

Are you an experienced Private Client Lawyer ready to step into a Partner-level role within a highly respected commercial firm? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice on the outskirts of Cardiff, offering exceptional flexibility and a genuine commitment to work-life balance.

✨ The Role

Our client, a leading commercial practice with an excellent reputation across Wales and the wider region, is seeking a Private Client Partner to lead and grow their thriving department. The firm is Chambers Guide-ranked for Private Client, reflecting the outstanding quality of work and client care delivered.

You will oversee high-quality matters including:

• Wills, Trusts & Tax Planning
• Probate & Estate Administration
• Court of Protection matters
• High-net-worth and complex estate matters

You’ll have full autonomy, strategic involvement, and strong support from an established commercial team.

✨ What’s on Offer

• Full flexibility: remote, hybrid or office-based-your choice
• Excellent links to the M4 corridor, making commuting easy
• A modern, progressive culture with no micromanagement
• Strong referral network from the firm’s commercial client base
• Clear leadership influence and the ability to shape the department
• Competitive Partner-level salary + benefits package

✨ About You

• A seasoned Private Client lawyer, ideally STEP qualified
• Proven experience handling complex estates and HNW clients
• Existing following welcome but not essential
• Confident leading a team and driving department growth
• Commercial-minded with exceptional client service

📩 Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a Partner role offering freedom, flexibility, and the chance to join a Chambers-ranked Private Client team within a top‑tier commercial firm, we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion on this role please contact Daniel Mason at our head offices.