Private Client Solicitor

SaccoMann; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Professional development

Job summary

SaccoMann in Hull is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to lead and grow a private client team. The role covers Wills, trusts, probate and tax planning, with the option to be a senior fee earner or move into a leadership position.

The firm supports cross-office collaboration and a hybrid pattern requiring two days in the office. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years PQE, strong client management, and business development skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE with proven experience leading a private client team
• Extensive knowledge of Wills, trusts, probate and tax planning
• Experience in managing team performance and developing people
• Strong client management and business development skills
• An experienced fee earner or confident leader with flexibility in a merged office environment

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the private client team, with a focus on helping this to expand
• Handle a varied caseload involving Wills, trusts, probate, and tax planning
• Someone with OMB expertise would be very attractive to this firm
• Lead on strategic client relationships and business development activities
• Support junior staff and share expertise to foster team growth
• Contribute to overall firm growth through high-quality service delivery

Skills

Wills

Trusts

Probate

Tax planning

Leadership

Business development

OMB expertise

Job description

We are pleased to assist in recruiting a talented and experienced Private Client Solicitor for a well-established firm in Hull. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor with a solid background in wills, trusts, probate, and tax planning to either step into a leadership position or take on an experienced fee-earning role. The successful candidate will be integral to a newly merged team, working closely across offices to enhance the firm’s private client services. The role offers flexibility with a hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of two days in the office, although more may be required from time to time for the needs of clients and the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the private client team, with a focus on helping this to expand
• Handle a varied caseload involving Wills, trusts, probate, and tax planning
• Someone with OMB expertise would be very attractive to this firm
• Lead on strategic client relationships and business development activities
• Support junior staff and share expertise to foster team growth
• Contribute to overall firm growth through high-quality service delivery

Requirements

• At least 8 years PQE with proven experience managing a private client team
• Extensive knowledge of Wills, trusts, probate and tax planning
• Experience in managing team performance and developing people
• Strong client management and business development skills
• A well-rounded individual who can be both an experienced fee earner or a confident leader
• Ability to work across teams in a merged office environment, with flexible working arrangements

Benefits and Culture

• Hybrid working model offering flexibility and work-life balance
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership
• Work within a respected firm with over 170 years of regional heritage and a broad client base
• Engagement in a diverse mix of private client work, predominantly from regional and local clients

Please note our advertisements usePQEand salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.