Private Client Solicitor

Clayton Legal; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton Legal is seeking an experienced Private Wealth Solicitor to join a highly regarded regional firm with a strong Hull and York presence. You will handle wills, probate, LPAs, trusts, and inheritance planning while building long-term client relationships in a collaborative, supportive environment.

You will work with a capable Private Client team offering hybrid and flexible working, with genuine development opportunities and a focus on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with solid experience across Private Client/Private Wealth work.
• Background covering wills, probate, LPAs, estate planning and trusts.

Responsibilities

• Wills and estate planning; probate and estate administration; LPAs; trusts.
• Inheritance and succession planning; tailored advice to individuals and families.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships.

Job description

Private Wealth Solicitor - Join a Highly Regarded Regional Firm

Ready to take the next step in your Private Client career with a firm that genuinely invests in its people?

Our client is a highly respected regional law firm with a strong presence across Hull and York, known for delivering high-quality legal advice alongside a personal and approachable service.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to welcome an experienced Private Wealth Solicitor to join their busy and highly regarded Private Client team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Private Client lawyer who enjoys building strong client relationships, handling quality work and wants to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

The role

You’ll work as part of an experienced Private Client team, advising clients across a broad range of matters including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Trusts
• Inheritance and succession planning
• Providing tailored advice to individuals, families and their wider estates
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships

You’ll have the opportunity to manage a varied caseload and develop your expertise while working alongside experienced colleagues within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Our client takes a people-focused approach to its working environment, with a strong emphasis on professional development, career progression and work-life balance.

You’ll benefit from:

• Hybrid and flexible working through the firm's Dynamic Working approach
• Genuine investment in personal development and career progression
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced and highly regarded Private Client lawyers
• A varied, high-quality caseload
• Strong client relationships and meaningful client contact
• A firm that places genuine importance on employee wellbeing and work-life balance
• The opportunity to build your career with an established regional firm with an excellent reputation
• The ability to work collaboratively across the firm’s regional offices

About you

You’ll be a qualified solicitor with solid experience across Private Client/Private Wealth work, ideally with a well-rounded background covering wills, probate, LPAs, estate planning and trusts.

You’ll be confident dealing directly with clients and able to provide clear, commercially aware and technically strong advice.

Just as importantly, you’ll be someone who enjoys working collaboratively, takes pride in delivering excellent client service and is looking for a firm where you can continue to develop and build a long-term career.

If you’re an experienced Private Wealth Solicitor looking for a role offering high-quality work, genuine flexibility and the backing of an established and supportive team, we’d be very interested in hearing from you.