William James Recruitment
Private Client Solicitor
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Private Client Solicitor – Sheffield – Up to £90,000 Excellent + Bonus + Benefits
A Legal 500 National firm is looking to appoint a Private Client Senior Associate/Legal Director in Sheffield.
This Private Client opportunity in Sheffield offers strong HNW work, an established client base and clear progression within a growing team.
The Role
- Manage wills, probate, trusts and estate administration matters
- Advise on HNW estates, tax and succession planning
- Handle LPAs and Court of Protection work
- Support complex trust structuring and wealth planning
- Build and maintain long-term client relationships
- Work closely with colleagues across multiple offices
- Contribute to business development activity
- Support growth of the Stoke-on-Trent team
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The Candidate
- Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with 6+ PQE
- Strong private client and tax experience
- Commercial and client-focused
- Able to manage a varied caseload independently
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Team player with a proactive mindset
- Ambitious with a desire to progress
The Benefits and How to Apply
- Competitive salary and package
- Bonus scheme and annual salary review
- Hybrid working and flexible policy
- Pension and death in service benefit
- Medicash health plan and EAP support
- Enhanced maternity pay and increasing annual leave
- Paid volunteering leave and wellbeing initiatives
- Strong culture, training and progression in Stoke-on-Trent
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Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone:
Contact: Lauren Green, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0121 392 7377
Mobile: 07496 883 721
Email: Lauren.Green@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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