Senior Associate Solicitor (Private Client Law)
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Private Client Senior Associate (10 PQE)
Salary: DOE
Location: Luton (clear route to Partner)
If youre a senior Private Client lawyer who wants more than another fee-earning role this is a genuine opportunity to join our client a well-regarded regional law firm in a position designed for someone who is ready to step into seniority and progress towards Partner.
Youll take ownership of high-quality work play a visible role in the teams growth and be supported with a clear pathway to the next level.
The Opportunity: Senior Private Client Lawyer
Based in the Luton area youll join an established Private Client team with a strong local reputation and a steady flow of work.
Your work will typically include:
- Wills(including complex and high-value estates)
- Probate and estate administration
- Inheritance Tax planningand trusts
- LPAs(property & financial affairs / health & welfare)
- Advising clients on broadersuccession and wealth planning
What youll be doing day-to-day:
- Managing a varied high-quality caseload with autonomy
- Delivering clear pragmatic advice with excellent client care
- Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues (where appropriate)
- Contributing to business development and relationship management
- Helping shape the teams direction as part of the senior leadership group
Requirements
To be considered youll ideally have:
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
- 10 years PQE(or equivalent senior-level experience) inPrivate Clientwithin aUK legal practice
- Strong technical capability acrosswills probate trusts LPAs and IHT planning
- Confidence handling complex matters and advising clients with sensitivity
- A track record of building trusted client relationships and generating repeat work
- Ambition and credibility to progress towardsPartner(or already operating at that level)
Desirable (not essential):
- STEP qualification (or working towards)
- Experience supervising/mentoring and supporting team development
Working Arrangements & Location
- Based in theLuton area(office-based role with flexibility depending on seniority and business needs)
- Full-time preferred; part-time may be considered for the right profile
Salary & Benefits
Salary: depending on experience and fit (benchmarking for Senior Associate/Partner-track level in the regional market)
Benefits typically include:
- 25 days annual leaveplus bank holidays (often increasing with service)
- Pension contribution
- Private medical / health cash plan(often available in firms of this size)
- Life assurance(where offered)
- Clear progression planwith a defined route to Partner
- CPD and professional development support
- Wellbeing initiatives and employee support (varies by firm)
Apply / Enquire
If youre a Private Client Senior Associate (10 PQE) and would like a confidential conversation about the role and Partner pathway contact:
Please send your CV or a brief summary of your current position and what youre looking for next.
Confidentiality: All applications and discussions are handled in strict confidence.
Required Experience:
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