Private Client Solicitor or Legal Exec

Job Description

Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive

Location: Sheffield

Salary: 65000 to 90000 (depending on experience)

Experience: 10 years PQE in Private Client (Solicitor or Legal Executive)

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our clients Wills Trusts and Probate team. You will handle complex private client matters act as a trusted adviser to clients across generations and play a key role in supporting and mentoring junior fee earners within a larger collaborative department.

You will take ownership of a varied and complex private client caseload with the autonomy expected at senior level and the support of an established team around you. The firm can offer flexibility on base location across its regional offices and hybrid working may be possible.

What Youll Be Doing

• Managing complex wills probate and estate administration matters

• Advising on trusts and tax planning as part of wider estate and succession planning

• Acting as a trusted adviser to clients delivering clear advice with strong client care

• Managing files efficiently maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance

• Supporting and mentoring junior fee earners and contributing to team development

• Building long-term client relationships and supporting repeat instructions

What Were Looking For

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

• At least 10 years post-qualification experience in Private Client

• Strong technical capability across wills probate estate administration trusts and tax planning

• Confident client-facing approach and ability to handle sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism

• Collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in mentoring and developing others

Desirable

• Experience advising on more complex estates and succession planning matters

• Interest in supporting business development and strengthening client relationships

Whats On Offer

• 38 days annual leave (inclusive of bank and public holidays)

• Life assurance (3x annual salary)

• Generous sickness allowance after 6 months

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Ongoing professional development and training

Location & Working Arrangements

• Base location to suit the successful candidate (including Sheffield Nottingham Lincoln or Grimsby)

• Full-time permanent

• Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:15pm

• Hybrid working may be possible

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to or call 0 for more information.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.