Private Client Solicitor/Partner

Realm Recruit; Congleton; On-site; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £55,000 salary

35 days holiday including bank holidays

Birthday day off

Healthcare cash plan

5% pension contribution

Death in service benefits

Staff discounts

Discounted gym membership

Monthly staff rewards

Charity and social events

Job summary

A respected regional law firm in Congleton is seeking a Private Client Partner to expand their private client practice. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload and build relationships with clients while collaborating with a supportive team across multiple offices. Beneficial perks include up to £55,000 salary, generous holiday allowance, healthcare cash plan, and team-building events. This role requires a qualified Solicitor with 4+ years of relevant experience and a proactive approach to client engagement.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in private client work.
• Experience with Wills, Probate, LPAs, and Estate Administration is essential.
• Confidence in growing a client base using internal referrals and marketing support is required.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of private client cases.
• Develop relationships with clients and referrers.
• Work with the marketing team on business development.
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices for seamless service.
• Shape the growth of the private client team.

Skills

Private client work

Wills

Probate

LPAs

Estate Administration

Trusts

Client relationship building

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor with 4+ years’ PQE

STEP Qualified (Desired)

Job description

• Build a private client presence inCongleton with strong cross-office support
• Join a collaborative and well-established regional private client team
• Enjoy meaningful work, great benefits, and flexible hybrid working

Are you a Private ClientPartner ready for a new challenge where you can build something of your own while being part of a close-knit and collaborative team?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected regional law firm and play a key role in expanding their private client offering at theirCongleton office. You’ll work alongside a broader team that spans four offices and prides itself on both the quality of its work and its supportive culture.

Who we’re looking for

• A qualified Solicitor with 4+ years’ PQE in private client work
• A well-rounded practitioner experienced in Wills, Probate, LPAs, Estate Administration and ideally, Trusts
• Someone who is confident growing a client base, leveraging marketing support and existing internal referrals
• STEP qualified or working towards (Desired)
• A personable, proactive lawyer who enjoys collaborating with others

What you’ll be doing

• Handling a varied private client caseload, building up work in theChester office
• Developing relationships with referrers, clients, and other professionals
• Working closely with the firm’s in-house marketing team on BD and events
• Collaborating with colleagues across other offices to provide seamless service
• Playing a long-term role in shaping the growth of the private client team in the area

Salary & benefits

• Up to £55,000, depending on experience
• 35 days holiday including bank holidays, with the ability to carry over 5 days
• Birthday day off
• Healthcare cash plan and 5% pension contribution
• 4x death in service
• Staff discounts and discounted gym membership
• Monthly staff rewards like breakfast drop-ins and pizza deliveries
• Charity and social events, including an all-expenses-paid Christmas party and participation in fundraising initiatives

Contact Kelly Reid

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📞 03300 245 606