Private Client Senior Associate

Job DescriptionPrivate Client Senior Associate 6 Years PQE Leadership Opportunity & STEP QualifiedSalary: Location: LondonAre you an ambitious Private Client Solicitor ready to step into a leadership role and shape the future of a thriving department Our client a well-established London law firm with over 25 years of excellence is seeking a Senior Associate to join their expanding Private Client team and take ownership of complex high-value matters.This is more than just another private client role its an opportunity to work with entrepreneurial families high-net-worth individuals and business owners whilst building towards departmental leadership in a firm that values vision autonomy and genuine progression.About the RoleAs a Private Client Senior Associate youll lead on a sophisticated portfolio of estate planning trust and probate matters providing strategic advice to discerning clients who value long-term relationships and exceptional service. Youll have the autonomy to manage complex cases whilst working collaboratively towards leading the department.Your responsibilities will include:Managing a diverse caseload ofcomplex wills and estate planningfor high-net-worth clientsAdvising ontrust creation administration and tax-efficient structuresHandlingprobate and estate administration including taxable and contentious estatesDrafting and advising onLasting Powers of Attorneyand Court of Protection mattersProvidingasset protection and succession planningfor business owners and entrepreneurial familiesBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with professional intermediaries (accountants IFAs wealth managers)Supervising and mentoring junior team membersContributing to business development initiatives and thought leadershipWorking towards leading and developing the Private Client departmentWhat Were Looking ForEssential Requirements:Minimum 6 years PQEin Private Client work (UK qualified solicitor)STEP qualification(Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners)Strong technical expertisein Wills Probate Trusts LPAs and estate planningProven experience advisinghigh-net-worth individualsand business owners on complex mattersExcellent drafting ability with meticulous attention to detailOutstanding client care skills and ability to build rapport with discerning clientsCommercial mindset with proactive problem-solving approachExperience managing taxable estates and inheritance tax planningSupervisory or mentoring experience desirablePersonal Attributes:Strategic thinker with leadership potentialAmbitious and collaborative team playerConfident communicator with professional intermediariesEntrepreneurial approach to business developmentCommitment to delivering exceptional client serviceWhats On OfferSalary: (dependent on experience and qualifications)Benefits Package:Clear pathway to departmental leadership genuine opportunity to lead and shape the teamAutonomy and responsibility manage your own sophisticated caseload with full supportHigh-calibre client base work with HNWIs business owners and entrepreneurial familiesFlexible hybrid working arrangements modern trust-based working cultureProfessional development support funding for CPD conferences and advanced qualificationsCollaborative environment your ideas are heard and your contributions recognisedCompetitive bonus schemelinked to performance and business developmentCentral London locationwith excellent transport linksGenerous holiday allowanceand pension schemeModern technology and systems to support efficient workingAbout Our ClientOur client is a modern progressive London law firm with over 25 years of experience delivering practical strategic legal advice. Specialising in Corporate and Commercial Property Law Litigation Residential Conveyancing Private Client and Family matters they combine big-firm capability with a boutique firm ethos.Known for their personable approach and strong professional partnerships they have built an enviable reputation for quality advice and exceptional client service. Their Private Client department is experiencing significant growth driven by referrals from satisfied clients and professional connections and theyre looking for a senior lawyer to help lead the next phase of development.Why This Opportunity Stands OutLeadership pathway genuine opportunity to lead the department and shape its futureSophisticated work complex estate planning trusts and tax matters for HNW clientsAutonomy and trust manage your caseload with freedom and supportGrowing department join a team with real momentum and ambitious plansRecognition and reward your efforts and ideas are valued and recognisedWork-life balance flexible working arrangements that respect your lifestyleThe Ideal CandidateYoure a technically excellent Private Client lawyer whos ready for the next step in your career. You enjoy building lasting relationships with clients and professional contacts and youre excited by the prospect of shaping a departments future. You combine commercial awareness with meticulous technical skills and youre looking for a firm that will invest in your development and recognise your contributions.If youre ambitious collaborative and ready to take on a leadership role in a supportive forward-thinking environment this could be the perfect opportunity for you.Ready to Take the Next StepIf youre an experienced Private Client Solicitor with STEP qualification and leadership ambitions wed love to hear from you.To apply or discuss this opportunity in confidence please contact:Mara WatsonLegal Recruitment ConsultantHawthorne-Finch Talent SolutionsEmail: Please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant Private Client experience and career aspirations.All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Clerical,Diploma,Foreclosure Paralegal,Flight Operations,Construction Equipment Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1