Senior Private Client Solicitor

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Wakefield

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Healthcare scheme

Company pension

Regular staff socials

Two non-contractual bonuses per year

Free parking

Job summary

A progressive legal firm in Wakefield is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to lead high-quality, complex private client matters. This role offers a genuine pathway to Legal Director or Partner within 2 years. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE in Private Client law, alongside experience managing HNW estates and mentoring junior colleagues. You will enjoy a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a supportive environment where professional growth is a priority.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in Private Client law, ideally in a leading firm.
Proven track record in managing estates and trust administration.
Ability to work independently on complex files.
STEP qualification or progress toward it.
Experience mentoring junior colleagues or leading small teams.
Background in a city centre or large regional firm with a desire for balance and autonomy.
Collaborative and confident, enjoys sharing knowledge and helping others grow.

Responsibilities

Lead on high-quality private client matters and HNW cases.
Mentor junior team members and provide support.
Contribute to business development initiatives.
Build relationships with IFAs, accountants, and referrers.
Help the department grow by contributing to business development.
Support clients through wills, probate, trusts, tax, LPAs, estate planning and more.

Skills

5+ years’ PQE in Private Client law

Experience managing HNW estates

Experience mentoring junior colleagues

Solid understanding of tax laws

Collaborative mindset

Education

STEP qualified or working towards

Job description

Mentor and supportjunior team members and trainees
Handle complex, high-value and HNW matters
Genuine pathway to Legal Director or Partner within 2 years

This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Private Client Solicitor to take the lead on high-quality, complex private client matters within a growing and nationally recognised team.

You’ll be part of a close-knit, collaborative group where people are trusted, appreciated and given the tools to thrive, both professionally and personally.

Who we’re looking for

5+ years’ PQE in Private Client law
Solid experience managing HNW estates, trust administration, succession planning, and complex wills
Confident working on taxable and non-taxable estates with minimal supervision
STEP qualified or working towards
Experience mentoring junior colleagues or leading small teams
Background in a city centre or large regional firm, now seeking more balance and autonomy
Collaborative and confident,someone who enjoys sharing their knowledge and helping others grow

What you’ll be doing

Running a high-quality caseload independently, with support if needed
Taking a technical lead on complex files and advising on HNW matters
Mentoring and supporting junior team members and trainees
Building relationships with IFAs, accountants, and referrers
Helping the department grow by contributing to business development
Supporting clients through the full spectrum of Private Client services, wills, probate, trusts, tax, LPAs, estate planning and more

Salary & Benefits