Private Client Solicitor

Henderson Scott; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home

Flexible and part-time working

Job summary

Henderson Scott in Harrogate is seeking a Private Client Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Fee Earner to join a well-established practice. You will handle a broad range of private client matters including wills, probate, trusts, and Court of Protection, managing your own caseload in a hybrid working environment.

The role offers flexible and part-time options, the chance to work with an established client base, and genuine career progression.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE preferred, but applications from all levels will be considered.
• Experience across a broad range of private client work.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Commercially aware and organised approach to caseload management.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of private client matters including wills, probate and estate administration, inheritance tax planning, trusts, lasting powers of attorney and Court of Protection matters.
• Manage own caseload and maintain excellent client relationships.
• Support business development activities and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Private client experience

Client care

Communication skills

Caseload management

Education

5+ years' PQE

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive / Fee Earner

Harrogate | Hybrid Working | Salary DOE
A well-established and respected law firm is looking to appoint a Private Client Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Fee Earner to join its thriving team in Harrogate.
You'll handle a broad range of private client matters including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Inheritance Tax planning
• Trusts
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Court of Protection matters

The successful candidate will manage their own caseload, maintain excellent client relationships, support business development activities, and contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment.

About You

• Ideally 5+ years' PQE, although applications from all experience levels will be considered
• Strong experience across a broad range of private client work
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Commercially aware and organised approach to caseload management
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff is advantageous

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
• Hybrid working with up to two days from home per week
• Flexible and part-time working considered
• High-quality work and an established client base
• Friendly, supportive culture with genuine career progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a private client lawyer looking to join a highly regarded practice where client relationships, professional development, and work-life balance are genuinely valued.