Job Title: Private Client Solicitor 6+PQE
Location: Leeds
Department: Private Client
Reports To: Head of Private Client
About our Client:
As one of the leading specialist law firms outside London, our client has evolved into the modern era while upholding their traditions and beliefs. With offices in Leeds, Sheffield, and Newcastle, they specialise in a wide range of legal areas, including Agriculture & Rural Property, Charities & Social Economy, Education, Employment, Families, Individuals & Trustees, Injured, Disabled or Vulnerable People, Pensions, and Property. They are known for providing exceptional service to their clients within a professional yet friendly and authentic environment.
Responsibilities:
Handling high-value and technical private client work related to capital tax planning, trusts, asset protection, and succession issues.
Advising on capital tax reliefs and opportunities for reduction, particularly in relation to agricultural and/or business assets.
Creating and altering trusts, ensuring compliance requirements are met.
Drafting wills, letters of wishes, powers of attorney, and other legal documents.
Managing all aspects of estate administration, including complex, high-value estates and those involving agricultural and/or business property.
Attending meetings and liaising with personal representatives and third parties.
Assisting with the valuation of assets, preparing applications for grants of representation, and dealing with HMRC enquiries.
Calculating inheritance tax liabilities and advising on methods of reduction.
Providing advice on post-death tax planning, including deeds of variation and disclaimer.
Requirements:
Qualified Private Client Solicitor with 6 years+ PQE.
STEP Membership would be advantageous, but not essential.
Strong academic background.
Excellent communication skills.
Keen attention to detail.
Ability to prioritise and manage a varied caseload.
What They Offer:
Competitive salaries.
Agile working arrangements.
Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits.
Generous holiday entitlement and holiday purchase scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Pension scheme.
Life Assurance scheme.
Group Income Protection.
Employee Wellness Initiatives.
Private Medical Insurance.
Social events.
1200 chargeable hours per year.
Application Process:
Our selection process for the Private Client Solicitor position is transparent and inclusive. We keep all candidates informed at every step, ensuring no uncertainty. If you have a disability or long-term condition and require adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team.
At our client, individual differences are embraced. By putting people at the centre of what they do, they strive to create an inclusive working environment where colleagues feel supported and can be themselves. Join our client's team of dedicated professionals and contribute to their continued success in serving their clients' legal needs.
To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you.
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.