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 focus
• STEP qualified or willing to become STEP accredited
• Commercially aware, client-focused, and team-oriented
• Comfortable leading on complex matters and mentoring junior lawyers

Salary & Benefits

Contact

Bill Szajna-Hopgood at bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.

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