G2 Legal Limited
Private Client Solicitor – Leeds
A leading UK law firm with a top-tier Private Client practice is seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Managing Associate to join its highly regarded Trusts, Estates & Tax (TET) team in Leeds, offering hybrid working.
The Opportunity
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a Tier 1-ranked team (as recognised by leading legal directories) advising high and ultra-high net worth individuals on a broad range of complex private client matters. The team is known for delivering sophisticated, tailored advice across trusts, estate planning and tax and works closely with a wider national network of specialists.
Based in Leeds, you will be part of a collaborative and growing Northern team with a strong pipeline of high-quality work. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of matters, including cross-border estates, complex succession planning, mental capacity issues and agricultural client work.
You will also work alongside other specialist teams—such as Corporate, Tax, Family and Agricultural Property—contributing to a holistic private wealth offering for business owners and high-value clients.
The Role
- Advising on a broad range of trusts, estate and tax planning matters
- Supporting senior Lawyers on complex, high-value instructions
- Drafting sophisticated legal documents, including wills and trust instruments
- Assisting with the administration of estates, including high-value and cross-border matters
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Contributing to business development initiatives and the continued growth of the team
About You
- Qualified Solicitor with circa 3–7 years’ PQE in private client / TET work
- Strong technical expertise in trusts, estates and tax planning
- Experience working with high-net-worth clients
- Excellent organisational and case management skills
- Commercial awareness and a proactive, client-focused approach
- Confident using case management systems and standard IT packages
- A personable team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
What’s on Offer?
- High-quality, complex work within a top-tier ranked team
- Clear and structured progression opportunities
- A supportive and collaborative working culture
- Hybrid working based out of the Leeds office
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Ongoing professional development and career support
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Private Client Lawyer looking to take the next step in their career within a forward-thinking and growing team.
If you meet the above criteria and want to join one of the country’s leading law firms, please apply directly via the link or contact Rachael Atherton @ G2 Legal.
A leading UK law firm with a top-tier Private Client practice is seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Managing Associate to join its highly regarded Trusts, Estates & Tax (TET) team in Leeds, offering hybrid working.
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