Step into a ready-made, healthy Private Client caseload in an affluent area. Shape and grow a department with genuine autonomy and future leadership potential. Lowest billing target in the market + flexibility + strong admin support. Join a supportive, close-knit team where you’ll take over an established caseload, develop the juniors coming through, and help shape the direction of a growing Private Client department. This is a great role for someone who wants autonomy, progression on their own terms, and the opportunity to work with a consistently strong flow of good-quality work. Who we’re looking for

Private Client Solicitor or CILEx Ideally 5–7 PQE Strong technical knowledge, particularly trusts and tax Confident managing a varied caseload and supporting juniors Experience mentoring, supervising or guiding others (Desired) Comfortable shaping processes and contributing to departmental growth (Desired)

What you’ll be doing

Taking over an existing, healthy caseload including wills, probate, LPAs, trusts and tax Managing and advising on trusts and tax matters with confidence Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues (NQ + trainee) Helping to grow the department toward a target Building strong relationships with clients in an affluent demographic Maintaining excellent file management, financial hygiene and compliance Identifying opportunities to improve processes and departmental efficiency Working closely with experienced colleagues in a small but expanding team

Salary & Benefits

Bonus: 10% of billed and received over target Up to 2 days working from home Clear progression pathways One of the lowest billing targets in the market Private medical insurance Pension scheme Strong admin support Healthy, wealthy client base Genuine opportunity to shape the department Autonomy to build the role around your ambitions Part-time considered

Contact Rachael Conley 📩 rachael.conley@realmrecruit.com📞 03300 245 606 Rachael specialises in placing Private Client and Court of Protection lawyers across the West Midlands. Reach out for a confidential chat about whether this opportunity aligns with your goals. #J-18808-Ljbffr