OverviewJoin a Legal 500 firm with one of North Yorkshire’s best-regarded Private Client teams. Harrogate-based opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to step into a high-responsibility role following the departure of a longstanding senior figure, acting as the right-hand to the new Director of the department.

This is a rare chance to take on an established caseload of high-net-worth estates, with values often reaching £10–£20 million, and to play a key role in the continued success and expansion of this award-winning team.

Responsibilities

Running a high-quality caseload of private client work, including multi-million-pound estates

Supporting the Director as the department’s number two

Taking ownership of complex, sensitive matters from day one

Collaborating with a friendly, high-performing team

Contributing to the future growth and stability of the department

Over time, developing into a leadership position with a route to Associate Director

Qualifications

Qualified Private Client Solicitor – 7+ years PQE

Significant experience handling complex wills, trusts, probate and tax planning for HNW clients

Previous experience acting as second-in-command or mentoring team members

Confidence to take on leadership responsibility in due course

Strong communication and client relationship-building skills

Personable, ambitious and a team player

Background in Legal 500 or similar quality practice

Salary and Benefits

Salary:

£60,000–£70,000 (DOE)

Work setup:

Primarily based in Harrogate, with the option to spend some days in York or Leeds

WFH:

Up to 2 days per week

Flexibility:

Minimum 4 days per week considered

Progression:

Clear path from Senior Associate to Associate Director

Proven internal progression (e.g. current Director joined as Senior Associate)

Firm:

Legal 500-ranked, Chambers High Net Worth recognised

Culture:

Genuinely flexible and family-friendly

Supportive of career development

Positive, collaborative and down-to-earth environment

ContactBill Szajna-Hopgood

Call 03300 245 606 or email

bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com

to find out more or apply confidentially.

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