Private Client Senior Associate

Job Description

Private Client Senior Associate

Location: Gravesend

Salary:

Lead and Grow with a Leading Gravesend Law Firm

Are you a highly experienced Private Client Solicitor ready to step into a senior leadership role Our client a respected law firm in Gravesend is looking for a Private Client Senior Associate to manage complex matters mentor junior colleagues and play a key part in the ongoing growth of the department.

The Opportunity

Location: Gravesend Kent (office-based with flexible/hybrid working considered)
Salary: per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am5:30pm

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm renowned for its quality work supportive culture and commitment to professional development. Youll handle a high-value caseload drive business development and have a clear route to partnership.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex private client matters (wills probate trusts estate and tax planning powers of attorney)
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior solicitors and support staff
• Advise high-net-worth clients on estate and succession planning
• Draft review and negotiate complex legal documents
• Liaise with clients beneficiaries financial institutions and external professionals
• Lead on business development and client relationship management
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and firm standards

What Were Looking For

• 6 years PQEas a Private Client Solicitor ideally with prior Senior Associate experience
• Extensive UK private practice experience
• Expert technical knowledgeof wills probate trusts tax and estate planning and related areas
• Demonstrable leadership business development and client management skills
• Excellent communication organisational and mentoring abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Relevant legal qualification(Solicitor or Legal Executive)

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary: DOE
• Clear partnership trackand senior career progression opportunities
• 25 days annual leaveplus bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Pension schemeand discretionary bonus
• Supportive inclusive team culture
• Modern offices in central Gravesend close to transport links
• Regular social events and wellbeing initiatives

Ready to Take the Next Step

If youre ready to advance your career as a Private Client Senior Associate with a respected Gravesend law firm we want to hear from you. For a confidential discussion or to apply contact David at Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email:

All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence.

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