Legal Director - Private Client - #1619953

JMC Legal Recruitment


Date: 1 day ago
City: Leeds
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
JMC Legal Recruitment

Private Client Legal Director | Top 100 Law Firm | Leeds


With offices spanning across the North West, this Top 100 Firm is widely recognised as a regional heavyweight. Their admirable reputation is regularly acknowledged by the Legal 500. Their ambitions and drive for continuous improvement have been deservedly acknowledged by winning countless industry and employer awards.


The Firm


This award-winning regional powerhouse continues to set the standard for excellence, achieving record-breaking success year-on-year. Recognised for their innovative approach and impressive roster of clients, the firm consistently attracts lawyers from large, national firms seeking a better work/life balance without compromising on the quality of their work.


With a culture that prioritises collaboration, development and employee satisfaction, the firm has cultivated a supportive environment where talented lawyers can thrive. They pride themselves on being forward-thinking and inclusive, offering a dynamic workplace where your voice is heard, and your contributions are valued.


Whether you're looking to develop your technical skills, gain exposure to high-profile clients, or progress your career with a clear pathway to advancement, this firm is an exceptional choice.


The Role


This award-winning, Legal 500-ranked Private Client and Charities team is seeking an ambitious individual ready to step up to Partner. You will work alongside their highly regarded, L500-leading Partner, recognised as an "exceptional HOD."


The team advises a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners, elderly clients, and landed estates, handling complex private client matters such as wills and probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, trusts, Capital Gains Tax, and estate planning. As trusted advisors, they are the go-to firm for clients and professional contacts alike.


Ideal Candidate



  • Is a high-achieving individual with a minimum of 5 years of relevant PQE

  • Has the temperament and skill to manage a team of junior lawyers effectively whilst completing work to the highest standard

  • Commercial and strategic acumen

  • Ability to independently manage a complex and varied workload

  • Excellent verbal/written communicator with first-rate interpersonal skills

  • Has a proactive, innovative and value-adding mindset


What’s on offer



  • Working for one of the most highly regarded firms in the country, recognised consistently for its positive working culture and exceptional staff satisfaction

  • An opportunity to develop a revered reputation in private client practice

  • Flexible and hybrid working culturally engrained

  • Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work

  • Short term Partnership opportunity

  • Market-leading salary

  • Market-leading benefits package and well-being considerations


Apply now for Immediate consideration or contact Sid Wright on 07441937659 or ***@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.

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