BH3832
Private Client Solicitor with 4PQE+ required in York
Location: York
Type: FT/PT/Hybrid Salary: Competitive + Benefits
A respected Yorkshire law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor (4+ PQE) to join their established Wills & Probate team based in York. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor who is keen to play a key role in a close-knit, forward-thinking team.
The Role:
You will manage a varied caseload of the full range of private client matters. You’ll provide expert legal advice tailored to each client’s unique circumstances, maintaining the highest standards of service, compliance, and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handling a varied caseload of probate and estate administration matters
- Advising on wills, inheritance tax planning, trusts, LPAs and Court of Protection work
- Building and maintaining strong client and referrer relationships
- Working within compliance frameworks and utilising case management systems
- Actively contributing to marketing and business development efforts
- Keeping up to date with relevant training and legal developments
What We’re Looking For:
- A qualified solicitor with 4+ years’ PQE in Private Client law
- Strong technical expertise in probate and estate planning
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) & Partners for Windows
- Commercial awareness and confidence in developing business
- A client-focused, professional and personable approach
Benefits Include:
- Bonus scheme
- Hybrid/flexible working
- Structured professional development and training
- Enhanced annual leave & long service awards
- Health & wellbeing initiatives
- Legal services support (subject to criteria)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Regular staff wellbeing events & team recognition initiatives
If you’re a senior private client solicitor looking for a long-term role with a supportive team and a firm that values integrity, commitment and approachability, we’d love to hear from you.
Please get in touch with Claire Cox at Bailey Hunter Ltd (Legal Recruitment Agency) for a confidential discussion: clairecox@baileyhunter.com or www.baileyhunter.com
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