Private Client Associate
- Join a highly regarded Private Client team within a growing and well-established firm.
- Enjoy flexibility—work from any of the firm’s seven offices, with part-time options available.
- Competitive salary, strong career progression, and a fantastic benefits package.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to take the next step in their career within a renowned, down-to-earth firm that’s been serving individuals and businesses for over 60 years.
The firm has built a strong reputation across Lancashire and Greater Manchester, offering a full range of legal services while maintaining a friendly, approachable, and client-focused culture. With continued growth in their Private Client team, now is an exciting time to join a firm that values career development and long-term success.
You’ll take on a broad private client caseload, working with high-net-worth clients while also having the opportunity to mentor junior team members and contribute to the team’s ongoing success.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a private client solicitor or legal executive who:
- Is qualified and practising, with 4+ PQE.
- Has experience handling a varied private client caseload, including wills, probate, trusts, estate/tax planning, Court of Protection, and lasting powers of attorney.
- Has experience advising high-net-worth clients.
- Is well-organised, proactive, and comfortable managing their own caseload independently.
- Has experience in team management and mentoring junior colleagues.
Salary & Benefits
- Top-of-market salary, based on experience.
- Work from any of the firm’s seven offices—Preston, Rawtenstall, Burnley, Accrington, Shadsworth, Blackburn, or Manchester.
- Flexible working hours available.
- Part-time options (four days per week) considered.
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell additional days.
- Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan.
- 4% pension contributions, income protection, and life cover.
- Personalised benefits portal, offering additional lifestyle and wellbeing perks.
- Recruitment and legal department referral bonuses (subject to T&Cs).
Contact Kelly Reid
If you’re a private client solicitor or legal executive looking to join a firm that values career growth, flexibility, and client service, get in touch with Kelly Reid at kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.
Key details
Salary
£50,000 - £60,000
Location
- Lancashire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-40261-3
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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