Private Client Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national firm is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join their Birmingham team. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of complex wills, probate, trusts, and estate matters for high-net-worth clients. Candidates should have NQ–3 PQE experience in private client law, alongside strong client-facing skills and a desire for career progression. The firm offers a £50,000 - £60,000 salary, 28 days of annual leave, private medical insurance, and an excellent work-life balance with 2 days of remote work.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to purchase up to 5 extra days holiday

Private medical and dental insurance

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in private client law.
• Stable background with a consistent track record in private client.
• Experience gained from a regional or city law firm.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of private client matters, including wills and trusts.
• Supporting more senior lawyers on HNW and UHNW cases.
• Providing excellent client service across a wide-ranging caseload.

Skills

Private Client Law

Client-facing Skills

Teamwork

Proactivity

Education

NQ–3 PQE Solicitor

Job description

• Join a close-knit, highly respected Private Client team within a leading national firm
• Handle a varied caseload of complex wills, probate, trusts and estate matters for HNW clients
• Progress your career under the guidance of a respected Partner in a supportive team environment

If you're a Private Client Solicitor looking for high-quality work and the support to develop in a nationally recognised law firm, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step.

You’ll join a small but well-established team within a top 40 UK firm. The Birmingham-based Private Client department is known for its high standards and personal approach, while benefiting from the infrastructure and reputation of a national business.

You’ll work directly with experienced colleagues and have the chance to take on increasingly complex work as you grow within the firm.

Who we’re looking for

• NQ–3 PQE Solicitor with strong experience in private client law
• Experience gained from a regional or city law firm
• Paralegal experience and extended private client seat during training
• Stable background with a consistent track record in private client
• Hardworking, proactive and professional with a clear desire for progression
• Personable, team-oriented and confident in client-facing work

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a varied caseload of private client matters including wills, trusts, complex probate, and estate planning
• Supporting more senior lawyers on HNW and UHNW cases
• Working with team members nationally, while being based in the Birmingham office
• Developing your technical and commercial knowledge in a collaborative environment
• Contributing to team goals and billable hours targets
• Providing excellent client service across a wide-ranging caseload

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional birthday day off
• Option to purchase up to 5 extra days’ holiday
• 2 days Working from home
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Health assessments every 3 years
• Employee assistance programme (incl. counselling and legal support)
• Interest-free travel loan, tech scheme, and cycle to work
• Excellent reward, recognition, and discount schemes

You'll be working directly with a highly respected Partner and Head of Department, and be part of a firm that’s serious about helping you progress in your legal career.

Contact Rachael Conley

Call 03300 245 606 or [e-mail] learn more or apply confidentially.