Eventus Legal are seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join a progressive and close-knit law firm based in Leyburn, North Yorkshire, or one of their other North Yorkshire offices. This is a permanent job with full flexibility, including hybrid and remote working, part-time hours, and control over your diary. The incoming Private Client Solicitor will benefit from a competitive salary up to £65,000, Health Cash Plan, cycle to work scheme, birthday off, 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, death in service benefit, and sponsorship to gain STEP qualification if required. This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking autonomy, high-quality work, and a genuinely flexible working environment in a beautiful rural setting.
Role Responsibilities
This Private Client Solicitor job offers the chance to work within an experienced and friendly team, managing a diverse caseload with excellent support. You’ll be stepping into a position made available by the planned retirement of two long-standing senior lawyers and will join an established team of experienced private client solicitors.
Key responsibilities include:
- Handling a full private client caseload including wills, probate, estate planning, LPAs, and tax and trust matters
- Advising on complex inheritance tax and trust structures with high-net-worth clients
- Running files independently from initial instruction through to billing
- Supporting collaborative working practices and maintaining a team-spirited culture
- Contributing to business development and client retention through excellent service
Person Specification
This job is perfect for a Private Client Solicitor who values flexibility, team support, and a high-trust environment. You will be capable of handling files independently, with the confidence to make informed decisions and offer practical legal solutions.
- Minimum 3 years PQE in Private Client law (experience in tax and trusts strongly preferred)
- STEP qualification is advantageous; support will be offered to gain the qualification
- Able to manage your own files from start to finish with minimal supervision
- Strong interpersonal skills with a client-first mindset
- Comfortable working in one of their North Yorkshire offices, along with hybrid/remote working (including part-time options)
Benefits and Rewards
You’ll be joining a law firm that genuinely values its people, supports their personal circumstances, and offers unrivalled flexibility in a professional setting.
- Competitive salary up to £65,000, negotiable based on experience
- Health Cash Plan
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Death in Service benefit
- Birthday as additional leave
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- STEP qualification sponsorship
- Full-time, part-time, and flexible hours available
- Hybrid working and remote working options
- Administrative and trainee support to ease your workload
- Collaborative, sociable team culture
About the Company
This well-established law firm has three offices across North Yorkshire and a reputation for quality, integrity, and client care. It offers a refreshingly flexible and forward-thinking approach to legal work, combined with a warm, team-oriented culture. The incoming Private Client Solicitor will benefit from joining a strong and supportive private client team, with genuine autonomy and opportunities to grow. The firm is in a stable and exciting period of evolution, offering long-term security and the freedom to shape your future.
Next Steps
Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Private Client Solicitor job, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at [email protected] or phone 0113 418 2494.
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