4PQE+ - Private Client Senior Associate - London

£70000 - £90000 per annum

London

posted 13 Mar 26

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4PQE+ - Private Client Senior Associate - London

£70000 - £90000 per annum

Apply now

About this role

Private Client Senior Associate
Join a respected London law firm where you can lead a specialist team handling complex contentious trusts and probate matters. This role offers the opportunity to shape a growing practice while working closely with an experienced partner.
You will be part of an established private client team within a well-regarded London firm known for long standing client relationships and high-quality legal advice. Based primarily in the Islington office, you will oversee the Contentious Trusts and Probate team while managing your own varied caseload.
Your day-to-day will include:

  • Managing complex contentious probate and trust disputes for individuals, executors, trustees, and beneficiaries
  • Supervising solicitors, trainees, and paralegals while supporting their development and caseload management
  • Advising clients on disputes relating to wills, estates, and trusts while maintaining high levels of client care
  • Supporting business development, networking, and building new client relationships

We're Looking For:

  • Qualified solicitor with at least 6 years' experience in contentious trusts and probate or contentious probate disputes
  • Strong experience managing complex estate and trust disputes independently
  • Previous supervisory or team management experience
  • Excellent client communication skills with empathy and discretion
  • Commercial awareness with an interest in developing the practice and building client relationships

What's In It For You:

  • Salary £70,000 to £90,000 depending on experience
  • Permanent Private Client Solicitor role in London, primarily based in Islington
  • Target related bonus structure
  • 25 days annual leave plus your birthday and the period between Christmas and New Year
  • Pension scheme with employer contributions
  • Group life assurance scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives
  • Free training opportunities and career development support
  • Monthly socials, annual team trip, and Cycle to Work scheme

Apply now for this Private Client Senior Associate role
For more information or to apply, please submit a CV, or call 07909400604 for a confidential discussion

  • Contract Type

    Permanent

  • Specialism

    Legal

  • Working pattern

    Full Time

  • Job ref

    BBBH138357

  • Expiry date

    12 April 2026

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