Private Client Lawyer
- Join a long-established firm with a loyal client base and excellent career progression.
- Receive one-on-one mentoring from a young but experienced Partner, with the opportunity to work towards Partnership.
- Flexible working options, a 35-hour workweek, and a competitive benefits package, including STEP qualification support.
Are you a private client lawyer looking for hands-on mentoring, career progression, and the opportunity to develop into a well-rounded solicitor?
This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with a supportive and ambitious Partner in a firm that has been representing individuals for over 140 years. Based on the outskirts of Leeds, you’ll manage a broad caseload of wills, trusts, probate, Court of Protection matters, and lasting powers of attorney, while being encouraged to develop your expertise and grow within the firm.
With a strong reputation for high-quality client service and a commitment to training and progression, this role is ideal for someone eager to build their career in private client law.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a solicitor or legal executive with:
- At least two years’ experience in private client law.
- A strong technical understanding of wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning.
- Excellent client care skills and attention to detail.
- A proactive and ambitious approach, with an interest in business development.
Salary & Benefits
- Earn a top-of-market salary.
- STEP qualification fees covered.
- 1-2 days per week home working.
- 35-hour working week with flexibility on working hours.
- Clear career progression, with Partner mentoring and long-term growth opportunities.
- Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of basic salary.
- 31 days’ holiday, including bank holidays and your birthday off, plus long-service increments.
- Option to buy additional holidays each year.
- Employee Assistance Scheme and Life Assurance.
- Annual travel card loan and regular funded staff events.
- A flexible, agile working environment with a strong focus on work-life balance.
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
If you’re looking for a role where you’ll receive expert mentoring, strong career progression, and a healthy work-life balance, get in touch with Bill Szajna-Hopgood at bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 to find out more.
Key details
Salary
£35,000 - £50,000
Location
- West Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-42613
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate lawyers in Yorkshire.
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