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1. Step into a senior private client role with real influence and flexibility
2. Work from home two days a week
3. Become the face of a top Sheffield team
This is a rare opportunity to join one of Sheffield’s best-ranked private client teams, in a role that can flex around you. Whether you’re ready to step into a Director-level role with business development responsibilities or prefer to focus on high-end technical work without management distractions, this role offers both options.
You’ll handle complex wills and probate work, including high net worth estates, trusts, LPAs and Court of Protection matters — all within a well-established, multi-accredited Sheffield firm with a fantastic reputation and a modern, flexible approach.
Who we’re looking for
4. Private Client Solicitor, Legal Executive or experienced Fee Earner
5. At least 6 years’ PQE (for Senior Associate level) or 9 years’ PQE+ (for Director level)
6. Significant experience in complex and high-net-worth estate and trust matters
7. Confident communicator with excellent drafting skills
8. Strong technical ability and high attention to detail
9. Business development experience and desire to be outward-facing
10. Leadership experience or ambition to influence at a senior level
Salary & Benefits
11. Competitive salary based on experience and level
12. Up to 2 days per week working from home
13. Scope to step into a Director or Head of Department role
14. Tier 2 Legal 500 Private Client team (3rd best ranked in Sheffield)
15. Opportunity to become the outward-facing lead for the department
16. Room to focus on high-quality fee earning — no requirement to take on operational supervision if not desired
17. Great reputation for client care and professional development
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
If you’re looking to take your next step in private client law with a reputable, flexible firm that values quality and autonomy, contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood at bill.szajna-hopgood@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.