Private Client Senior Associate

5 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Full time £65,000 - £85,000 per year

Job Description
Senior Associate – Private Client | Top-Tier Succession & Tax Team
Salary: £65,000-£85,000
Location: Central London 
About This Opportunity
Are you an ambitious Private Client Solicitor ready to elevate your career within a prestigious, top-ranked firm? Our client, a highly respected national law firm with a Tier 2 Legal 500 ranking for Private Client work, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join their established Succession & Tax team in Central London.
 
This is a rare opportunity to work on high-value, technically complex matters whilst developing your expertise in lifetime planning and estate administration. You'll benefit from the support of dedicated Trust and Tax specialists, allowing you to focus on sophisticated advisory work and relationship building with high-net-worth clients across the Thames Valley region.
The Role
As a Senior Associate in Private Client, you'll take ownership of a varied caseload of succession planning and estate administration matters, working with a high degree of autonomy whilst being supported by an experienced team.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
Advisory & Lifetime Planning:
  • Drafting complex Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney for high-net-worth individuals
  • Providing sophisticated estate planning advice covering Inheritance Tax, Capital Gains Tax, and Income Tax implications
  • Creating and advising on lifetime trusts and succession structures
  • Preparing deeds of variation, deeds of gift, and deeds of family arrangement
Estate Administration:
  • Obtaining Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
  • Managing the full administration of estates, including complex matters involving foreign domicile, re-sealing of grants, and intestate estates
  • Liaising with the firm's dedicated Trust Administration team on compliance and administrative aspects
Client & Business Development:
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with high-net-worth clients and professional introducers
  • Supervising and mentoring junior team members
  • Contributing to the growth and reputation of the Private Client practice
About You
Essential Requirements:
  • 4-7 years PQE in Private Client law with a strong UK practice background
  • Proven track record of managing independent caseloads in wills, probate, and estate administration
  • Strong technical competence in lifetime planning, estate administration, and tax implications
  • Excellent client care skills with experience managing high-net-worth client relationships
  • Demonstrable experience supervising junior colleagues and delegating effectively
  • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
Desirable:
  • STEP qualification (or commitment to obtaining it with firm support)
  • Experience with foreign domicile estates and cross-border matters
  • Established relationships with professional introducers (IFAs, accountants, wealth managers)
  • Experience working within a top-tier or national law firm
What's On Offer
Competitive Salary: £65,000-£85,000 (dependent on experience)
 
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Hybrid working arrangements – typically 2-3 days flexible office attendance per week
  • Career progression opportunities within a nationally recognised firm
  • STEP qualification support – full funding and study leave provided
  • Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
  • Private healthcare and life assurance
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with options to purchase additional days)
  • Professional development budget for training and networking
  • Supportive team environment with access to dedicated Trust and Tax specialists
  • Modern IT systems including full training on Peppermint (Practice Management) and iManage (Document Management)
Location & Working Arrangements
Location: Central London office with excellent transport links
Working Pattern: Full-time, permanent position with flexible hybrid working (2-3 days office-based per week, subject to business needs)
Why Join This Firm?
  • Work within a Legal 500 Tier 2 ranked Private Client team
  • Access to high-quality, complex work with high-net-worth clients
  • Benefit from specialist support teams allowing you to focus on advisory work
  • Clear progression pathway to senior levels within the firm
  • Collaborative culture that values technical excellence and client service
  • Investment in your development through training, qualifications, and mentoring
Next Steps
If you're an ambitious Private Client Solicitor looking for your next career move within a top-tier practice, we'd love to hear from you.
 
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:
Mara Watson
Senior Recruitment Consultant – Legal
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
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Please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and salary expectations.
 
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Our client is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the legal profession.

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