private client senior associate

2 weeks ago


Kent England, United Kingdom 5344e6e0-de5f-4979-8edb-ba92bfa01f40 Full time £60,000 - £80,000 per year

Senior Associate - Wills, Estate & Tax Planning
Location:
Kent

Type:
Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a driven and ambitious
Senior Associate
to join a
Legal 500 ranked
regional law firm in Kent within their Wills, Estate & Tax Planning team. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Private Client lawyer with a clear ambition to progress toward partnership in a supportive and well-established firm.

About the Firm
This highly respected, long-established regional law firm is renowned for its exceptional client service. The Estates, Tax & Succession team advises individuals, families, and business owners on complex estate planning, tax structuring, and succession matters.

The Role
As a Senior Associate, you will handle a varied and high-quality caseload, working with clients such as high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, landowners, and trustees. Typical matters include:

  • Estate and inheritance tax planning
  • Drafting and advising on Wills, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney
  • Lifetime giving and philanthropic planning
  • Cross-border estate issues

You will work closely with senior colleagues, gaining exposure to strategic aspects of practice management and client relationship development, while receiving the support needed to build a clear pathway toward partnership.

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor or legal executive with strong Private Client experience
  • STEP qualification (or working towards) preferred
  • Proven ability to manage and develop client relationships
  • Excellent technical expertise and commercial awareness
  • Collaborative mindset with ambition to progress into a senior leadership role

What's on Offer

  • Clear, supported career progression toward partnership
  • Exposure to high-quality work and an existing loyal client base
  • Opportunity to contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the team
  • Friendly, inclusive, and collaborative firm culture
  • Competitive remuneration and flexible working arrangements


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