Job Description
Private Client Solicitor – Bradford/Leeds/York/Huddersfield
A well-established and highly regarded Yorkshire law firm is looking to recruit an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its growing team. This is an opportunity to join a progressive, award-winning firm with a strong reputation for both its legal work and its workplace culture.
The firm has grown significantly over the years and now operates across multiple offices with a large team delivering a wide range of specialist legal services. It is recognised for its continued growth, investment in people and modern, forward-thinking approach.
The Role
This position would suit a confident and experienced Private Client Solicitor who is comfortable managing a busy and varied caseload while maintaining high standards of client care.
You will handle a broad range of private client matters, with a particular focus on complex and taxable estates and trust work, alongside Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
Key responsibilities:
* Managing your own caseload of private client matters from instruction through to completion
* Advising on complex and taxable estates, including inheritance tax planning
* Drafting, setting up and administering trusts
* Preparing Wills and advising on estate planning
* Drafting and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
* Handling estate administration, including high-value and complex estates
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships
* Working collaboratively with colleagues across multiple offices
* Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal procedures
About You:
* Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in Private Client work
* Strong experience managing a varied caseload independently
* Proven background in complex and taxable estates and trust matters
* Confident advising on Wills, estate planning and LPAs
* STEP qualification or working towards this would be advantageous
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Excellent communication and client care skills
* Able to work flexibly across office locations if required
What’s on offer?
* A supportive and collaborative working environment
* Exposure to high-quality and complex private client work
* Flexible working arrangements and office location options
* Competitive salary and bonus structure depending on experience
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and ambitious firm.
Apply via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
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