Private Client Fee Earner

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:

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

What we are looking for:

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

What is in it for you?

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• 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!