Private Client Legal Director

Join a Leading UK Private Client Team
Opportunity to join one of the UK''s most ambitious and well-supported Private Client teams, specializing in areas such as cross-border, business wealth, or agricultural estates.Step into a Legal Director role with clear progression pathways and a top-of-market salary.This national department, led by its new National Head of Private Client and former STEP Yorkshire Chair, is expanding as part of its strategy to become the UK’s market-leading private client team.This role is ideal for a technically skilled solicitor with an established niche and aspirations to grow their practice and mentor others within a firm that values specialization, autonomy, and leadership.About the Team
You will join a national team of over 130 private client professionals handling some of the most complex and high-value matters in the UK. Whether your expertise is in international estates, trust structuring, or agricultural wealth, you''ll find support and opportunities to advance your career.Who We’re Looking For
Private Client Solicitor ready for a Legal Director role (typically 8+ PQE)Strong expertise in wills, trusts, tax, and estates, ideally with a niche focusSTEP qualified or willing to become STEP accreditedCommercially aware, client-focused, and team-orientedComfortable leading on complex matters and mentoring junior lawyersSalary and Benefits
£75,000–£80,000+ depending on experienceBonus scheme25 days holiday plus bank holidaysHybrid working – typically 1–2 days in the office per weekFlexible working hoursWork within a Tier 1 Legal 500 team handling top-quality workSupport from experienced solicitors and national STEP involvementFree parking at Associate levelFully expensed car, fuel, and parking at Partner levelRecognized as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work employerContact
Bill Szajna-Hopgood at
bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com
or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.
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