Private Client 7PQE

Private Client Lawyer (7+ PQE) Huddersfield Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

A respected and well-established law firm is seeking an accomplished Private Client Lawyer (7+ PQE) to join its highly regarded team in Huddersfield. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced solicitor who is looking to take on a senior role within a supportive and forward-thinking practice, handling high-quality work while helping to shape the future growth of the department.

The successful candidate will advise a broad range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners and elderly clients, across the full spectrum of private client matters. The role offers significant autonomy, responsibility and the opportunity to become a trusted adviser to a longstanding client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a complex and varied caseload of private client matters
• Advising on wills, estate planning and wealth preservation
• Handling probate and estate administration matters, including high-value estates
• Providing advice on trusts, trust creation and trust administration
• Advising on inheritance tax, succession planning and asset protection
• Dealing with Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts
• Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to the continued growth of the department
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers where appropriate

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A minimum of 7 years' PQE in private client law
• Strong technical expertise across a broad range of private client matters

What's on Offer

• High-quality and varied private client work
• A loyal and established client base
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Genuine opportunities for senior-level progression
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible and modern working practices
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities
• The chance to play a key role in the continued success and growth of a respected private client team

This opportunity would suit an ambitious and experienced private client lawyer seeking a senior position where they can make a meaningful contribution, build long-term client relationships and further enhance their reputation within the Yorkshire legal market.