Private Client Partner

TN United Kingdom; Swansea; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established, progressive law firm in Swansea is seeking an experienced Private Client Partner to lead its Wills & Probate practice. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a high-performing team and influence the strategic direction of the department. With hybrid working options and a commitment to client care, you will manage your own caseload while playing a pivotal role in local business engagement. Join a respected firm with a century-long history and make a significant impact in the community. If you're passionate about leadership and client service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

Structured support from senior leadership

Management and leadership development programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney.
• Ability to manage a full private client caseload with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a personal caseload while leading a Wills & Probate team.
• Collaborate across departments to provide exceptional client service.

Skills

Wills & Probate

Leadership

Team Development

Client Engagement

Education

Law Degree

Solicitor Qualification

Job description

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Private Client Partner - Wills & Probate
Location: Swansea | Hybrid/Flexible Working Available

An established, progressive law firm with deep roots in South Wales is inviting applications from experienced Private Client solicitors to lead its Wills & Probate practice in Swansea. With a history dating back over a century and a reputation for client care and community integration, the firm has grown to become a trusted legal partner for individuals, families, and businesses across the region.

Now home to a diverse and ambitious team of 250+ professionals, this firm is looking for a senior legal professional, either an existing Partner or a Senior Associate ready to take the next step, who is passionate about building a high-performing team and shaping the strategic direction of the department.

Operating from modern offices in Swansea, with hybrid working options, this role offers the autonomy to manage a full private client caseload while taking the lead on team development and local business engagement. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney, along with the ambition to elevate the firm's profile and expand its reach.

What you will be doing as a Private Client Partner

• Managing and developing your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Leading and mentoring a growing Wills & Probate team
• Collaborating across departments to provide exceptional service to a wide client base
• Representing the firm at regional events and within the local business community
• Playing a key role in strategic planning and the ongoing success of the Swansea office

What's on Offer

• A genuine leadership opportunity within a respected and growing firm
• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
• Structured support from senior leadership, including the Regional Managing Partner
• Enrolment in a tailored management and leadership development programme
• The chance to make a real impact, professionally, strategically, and locally

This is more than a fee-earning role. It's an opportunity to shape a department, influence firm-wide growth, and play a leading role in one of Wales' most trusted legal names.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.