Private Client Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £60k

Clear progression opportunities

Friendly, collaborative working env.

Flexible working options

Ongoing professional development and支持

Job summary

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment is seeking a Private Client Solicitor for a West Yorkshire firm. The role offers hybrid working and a salary up to £60k, depending on experience.

You will manage wills, probate, LPAs, Court of Protection, and estate planning for high-net-worth individuals, building strong client relationships with support from senior colleagues.

This is a dynamic, client-focused position with clear progression opportunities and a friendly team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ PQE in Private Client law.
• Strong knowledge of wills, probate, and estate planning.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Proactive, organized, and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills.
• Probate and Estate Administration.
• Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Court of Protection matters.
• Estate and tax planning.
• Advising high-net-worth individuals on lifetime and succession planning.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Education

2+ years’ PQE in Private Client law

Job description

Private Client Solicitor

West Yorkshire

Salary up to £60k

Hybrid working

A highly regarded and well-established law firm in West Yorkshire is seeking a driven solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE to join their successful and expanding Private Client team.

The Role

You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload, including:

• Drafting Wills
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Court of Protection matters
• Estate and tax planning
• Advising high-net-worth and private individuals on all aspects of lifetime and succession planning

You will work closely with supportive senior colleagues while also enjoying autonomy and the opportunity to build strong client relationships.

About You

• 2+ years’ PQE in Private Client law
• Strong technical knowledge across wills, probate, and estate planning
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• A proactive, organised, and professional approach

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary up to £60k depending on experience
• Clear opportunities for progression
• A friendly, collaborative working environment
• Flexible working options
• Ongoing professional development and support