Private Client Partner

Realm Recruit; York; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as a Private Client Partner in Leeds, leading the development of a high-quality private client offering without the constraints of traditional legal hierarchies. With strong collaboration, autonomy, and a supportive team, you’ll build your success in a flexible environment that rewards business-minded lawyers.

Qualifications

• Experienced in complex, high-net-worth matters.
• Building a reputation and network in the region.
• Comfortable using technology without requiring a dedicated secretary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the firm’s private client presence in Leeds.
• Collaborate with a successful team thriving in Leeds.
• Work flexibly with genuine autonomy.

Skills

Private Client specialist

Networking

Commercial awareness

Tech-savvy

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.