Private Client Fee Earner

Yolk Recruitment; Cleeve; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Opportunity: Private Client Fee Earner

Location: North Somerset (flexible and hybrid-working available)

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week)

Salary: Up to £50,000 (DOE)

Reports to: Head of Private Client

Yolk Recruitment is proud to partner with an established and highly regarded law firm in their search for a Private Client Fee Earner to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven legal professional to manage a broad range of estate planning and probate/estate administration matters, working in a firm that values client care, career progression and a strong work-life balance.

The role:

As a Private Client Fee Earner, you will:

1. Manage a caseload covering wills, trusts, estate planning, probate, estate administration, and powers of attorney
2. Provide tailored legal advice to a wide range of clients, ensuring exceptional client service
3. Draft wills, trust documents, and estate administration paperwork with a strong attention to detail
4. Handle applications for probate and letters of administration, managing estates from start to finish
5. Advise on inheritance tax (IHT) and succession planning strategies
6. Work collaboratively with colleagues to support complex private client matters

What we are looking for:

1. Experience as a fee-earner handling a full range of private client matters, including probate and estate administration
2. Strong knowledge of inheritance tax planning and trust structures
3. Excellent client care skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships
4. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases effectively
5. A self-motivated and proactive approach to work

What is in it for you?

1. Flexible and hybrid working options
2. Competitive salary and benefits package
3. Career development and progression opportunities
4. Supportive and collaborative team environment
5. Generous annual leave entitlement, plus additional benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious private client professional looking to take the next step in their career within a firm that offers genuine progression and a client-focused service.

For more information, please contact Celyn Summers at or apply directly today!

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.