Private Client Practice Development Lawyer

Realm Recruit Limited; West Midlands Combined Authority; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced private client lawyer for a unique role as a Practice Development Lawyer. This fully remote position offers the chance to move away from traditional fee earning and focus on knowledge sharing and development. You will play a vital role in shaping the resources that drive excellence in private client advisory work, while collaborating with leading experts in the field. With a competitive salary and flexible working hours, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Fully Remote or Hybrid Working

No Fee Earning or Targets

Collaboration with Leading Experts

Qualifications

• 8+ PQE in private client law, with experience in wills, trusts, tax, and estate planning.
• Strong research, drafting, and legal document preparation experience.

Responsibilities

• Review, update, and standardise precedents and templates for wills and trusts.
• Ensure the team has access to best-in-class resources.

Skills

Private Client Law

Wills and Trusts

Tax and Estate Planning

Legal Document Preparation

Research Skills

Effective Communication

Education

STEP Qualification

Job description

• Top-tier Legal 500 private client team – work with industry-leading specialists
• Fully remote role with flexible working hours
• Move away from fee earning and focus on knowledge sharing and development

Are you an experienced private client lawyer ready for a new challenge away from fee earning? Join a nationally renowned Legal 500 Tier 1 team as a Practice Development Lawyer and play a crucial role in shaping the knowledge resources that drive excellence in private client advisory work.

Whether you’re looking for a fresh direction in your career or a flexible, fully remote role where your technical skills are valued, this is an exceptional opportunity to contribute at a high level without the demands of a caseload.

You’ll focus on reviewing, updating, and standardising precedents and templates for wills, trusts, tax, and estate planning, ensuring the wider team has access to best-in-class resources. Working closely with the National Head of Private Client, you’ll have a direct impact on the team’s success while enjoying top-of-market flexibility and remuneration.

Who we’re looking for

• 8+ PQE in private client law, with experience in wills, trusts, tax, and estate planning
• STEP qualified is essential
• Strong research, drafting, and legal document preparation experience
• Experience creating or managing precedents and legal resources is highly desirable
• Effective communicator with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ideal for someone seeking to move away from fee earning or looking for a flexible role later in their career

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £75,000 depending on experience
• Fully remote – or hybrid working
• Flexible working hours
• No fee earning or targets
• Join a Tier 1 Legal 500 private client team with national reach
• Support and collaborate with leading experts, including the National Head of Private Client (former STEP Yorkshire Chair)

ContactJen Crowther

If you’re an experienced private client solicitor ready to take on a unique, high-impact role away from fee earning, get in touch with Jen Crowther on 03300 245 606 or [e-mail] a confidential chat.