Private Client Solicitor | 5+ PQE | Ripon | Hybrid Working

qed legalNorth Ferribyreedpublished 10/23/2026
Hybrid

Your tasks

Ready to run your own private client caseload, handle more involved wills and estates, and take the next step in an established team?

The work goes beyond straightforward wills and estate administration. You'll handle a varied caseload involving more complex wills, including discretionary trusts, probate matters involving inheritance tax, and trusts work. The focus is on quality private client work of moderate complexity, rather than contentious matters.

You'll take instructions directly from clients, explain their options clearly and guide them through important decisions around their estates and succession planning. You'll need the technical confidence to manage matters independently, keep files progressing and deliver the level of care clients expect when dealing with personal and often sensitive affairs.

The role also offers scope to contribute more widely to the department, including supporting colleagues, maintaining high standards and building relationships with clients and professional referrers. Previous supervisory or business development experience would be useful.

Requirements

QED Legal's client is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its team in Ripon. This is an opportunity for someone with at least five years' PQE who can stand on their own two feet, manage their files independently and provide sound, practical advice without needing to be shown the ropes.

This would suit an established Private Client Solicitor looking for a role where they can use their existing expertise, take ownership of their caseload and continue developing their career. It's not aimed at NQs, trainees or paralegals; the firm needs someone who can make an immediate contribution.

How to apply

If you're an experienced private client solicitor and would like to know more about the work, the team and the opportunity, let's have a confidential conversation.

For a confidential discussion and to learn more about the firm behind the opportunity, please contact Eoghan at QED Legal Recruitment Ltd.

Other

Private Client Solicitor | Complex Private Client | HNW Rural Client Base Hybrid Working| 5+ PQE | Ripon Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Performance Bonus

The practical details: The role is based in Ripon, with the potential to work from home two days per week.

Ripon | Private Client | 5+ PQE | Hybrid working potential

Contact person

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  • Eoghan