Private Client Partner

Realm Recruit; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Private Client Partner to lead its presence in Leeds and West Yorkshire. The role offers a unique opportunity to work without traditional legal hierarchy, providing flexibility and autonomy. Ideal candidates will have experience in complex high-net-worth matters and a drive to build their own practice. Join a collaborative team where you can thrive without partner politics.

Qualifications

• Private Client specialist with significant experience.
• Proven track record of building reputation and network.
• Ability to generate work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the firm’s private client presence in Leeds.
• Collaborate with an existing successful team.
• Work with genuine flexibility and autonomy.

Skills

Experience in complex, HNW matters

Networking skills

Comfortable using technology

Collaboration skills

Tools

Modern legal tech tools

Job description

Overview

• 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.

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

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

Contact

Bill Szajna-Hopgood
Call 03300 245 606 or email [e-mail] to learn more or apply discreetly.