Senior Private Client Solicitor - Be A Mentor To A Growing Sheffield Team
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Senior Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive (ideally 10+ PQE but will consider 7+ DOE) Sheffield
Join a highly regarded and well-established Private Client team at a time of continued growth and investment.
A Legal 500 firmare seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive (7+ PQE) to take on a senior role within a thriving Sheffield office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership position, with real influence over team development, client relationships and the future direction of the department.
The Opportunity
You will handle a broad and high-quality private client caseload, including:
Wills and estate planning
Probate and estate administration
Inheritance tax planning
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Advising individuals, families and professional referrers
Alongside fee earning, you will play a key role in leading and mentoring a small team, supporting junior colleagues and helping to shape best practice within the department. The firm continues to attract new work while maintaining strong, long-standing relationships with clients, trustees, accountants and independent financial advisers.
You will be:
A Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with 7+ years’ PQE
Confident managing complex private client matters independently
Commercially aware, with a strong approach to client care and relationship building
Experienced in supervising or mentoring others, or ready to take that next step
Well‑organised, with excellent attention to detail and time‑recording discipline
You will be comfortable advising clients from a wide range of backgrounds, including high‑net‑worth individuals, and able to communicate complex legal issues clearly and sensitively.
A full driving licence and access to your own transport is required, as there may be some travel to meet clients and professional contacts.
The Rewards
In return, you will join a supportive and collaborative firm that genuinely values its people. You can expect:
A competitive salary reflecting experience and seniority
A clear opportunity for career progression and leadership
A positive, professional working environment with strong values
The chance to be part of a firm committed to clients, colleagues and the local community
This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior private client role within a respected Sheffield practice and make a real impact.
Existing Partners and Legal Directors can still consider applying for this position as job title/fit can be discussed at interview.
For more information reach out to me here:
jennifer.crowther@qedlegal.com
07359 554471
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- Location:
- South Yorkshire
- Job Type:
- FullTime