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Private Client Solicitor

William James Recruitment
Stoke-on-Trent · posted 22 August 2026
Location
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
Category
Legal

Private Client Solicitor – Sheffield – Up to £90,000 Excellent + Bonus + Benefits



While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

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


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 benefitt
  • 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


Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone:


Contact: Lauren Green, Retained Consultant

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More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. xwzovoh We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.

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