Job Description
Private Client Senior Associate
Salary: £85,000 – £100,000 per annum
Location: Central London | Clear Partnership Track
Elevate Your Legal Career with a Leading London Firm
Are you an experienced Private Client solicitor ready to take the next step in your career? Our client, a highly regarded law firm in Central London, is seeking a Senior Associate to join their dynamic Private Client team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with high-net-worth clients, lead complex matters, and progress towards partnership within a supportive and ambitious environment.
The Role: Shape the Future of Private Client Law
What You’ll Do:
- Advise on a broad range of private client matters, including wills, trusts, estate planning, tax, and probate for UK and international clients
- Manage your own caseload of high-value and complex files, with support from junior team members
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing tailored, strategic advice
- Contribute to the firm’s business development and marketing initiatives
- Mentor and supervise junior solicitors and trainees
What We’re Looking For
Key Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE in Private Client work within a UK law firm
- Strong technical expertise in wills, trusts, estate administration, tax planning, and Court of Protection matters
- Excellent client management and communication skills
- STEP qualification (completed or working towards) highly desirable
- Track record of managing complex and high-value matters
- Demonstrable experience in business development and team leadership
Why Join This Team?
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Highly competitive salary: £85,000 – £100,000 per annum, dependent on experience
- Genuine partnership progression with a defined route for advancement
- Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the Central London office, flexible arrangements available
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and additional wellbeing days
- Private medical insurance and enhanced pension contributions
- Ongoing professional development and support for further qualifications (including STEP)
- Access to high-quality work with a prestigious client base
- Collaborative, inclusive team culture with regular social and networking events
Career Progression
You’ll have the opportunity to progress quickly towards partnership, with structured support and clear criteria for advancement. The firm invests in its people and is committed to promoting from within.
Location & Working Arrangements
- Central London office (Zone 1), easily accessible by public transport
- Hybrid working: Minimum 2 days in-office, remainder remote/flexible
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re an ambitious Private Client Senior Associate looking for a fresh challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact Mara Watson at Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions:
Email: m.watson@h-fts.com
All applications and enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence.
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd (H-FTS) operates with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.