Private Client Solicitor (NQ+)
Henderson Scott · Leeds, West Yorkshire
Private Client Solicitor (NQ+) at Henderson Scott, based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, paying £60,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £60,000 per annum
- Location
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 10 hours ago
- Closes
- 14 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Solicitor
15% below the typical rate for solicitor
Reference job/private-client-solicitor-nqplus/41502
About the role
Private Client Lawyer (NQ+)
Leeds | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
A well-established and highly respected Yorkshire law firm is seeking a Private Client Lawyer (NQ+) to join its growing team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor to join a firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client care and building long-standing relationships within the local community.
The successful candidate will become part of a supportive and collaborative department, handling a broad range of private client matters while benefiting from ongoing professional development and genuine opportunities for career progression.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a varied caseload of private client matters
- Advising clients on wills, estate planning and asset protection
- Handling probate and estate administration matters
- Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Advising on trusts and trust administration
- Providing inheritance tax and succession planning advice
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional referrers
- Delivering practical, empathetic and commercially focused legal advice
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Qualified Solicitor
- Experience in private client law
- Strong technical knowledge across a range of private client matters
What's on Offer
- A high-quality and varied private client caseload
- A supportive and approachable working environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Flexible and modern working arrangements
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- The opportunity to work with an established and loyal client base
This role would suit an ambitious private client lawyer who is committed to delivering outstanding client service, enjoys developing trusted client relationships and is looking to build their career within a respected and forward-thinking legal practice.
Applications are welcomed from motivated and personable private client lawyers seeking a rewarding opportunity to join a successful and growing team in Leeds.
Reference: job/private-client-solicitor-nqplus/41502 · Posted 10 hours ago · Closes 14 Nov 2026 · Listed via Henderson Scott
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