2-6 PQE Private Client Lawyer - Southampton

Henderson Scott Limited; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Associate to join their Private Client team in Southampton. The role involves managing a varied caseload including wills, trusts, and estate planning for high-net-worth clients. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience, strong communication skills, and an interest in business development. Benefits include 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, and a supportive culture with progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Digital GP service

Life Assurance & Critical Illness cover

Group Income Protection

Pension (5% employer / 3% employee)

Cycle to Work scheme

Discretionary bonus

Discounted legal services

Volunteering days

Wellbeing and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex files independently.
• Interest in business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload for high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Handle wills and estate planning, trusts, and estate administration.

Skills

Wills and estate planning

Trusts and IHT planning

Powers of attorney

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

STEP qualified or working towards it

Job description

Associate - Wills, Trusts & Estates (Southampton)

National Law Firm | Legal 500 & Chambers HNW Ranked Team | Hybrid & Flexible Working

We're seeking an Associate to join our leading Private Client team in Southampton. This is a great opportunity to step into a busy, well-resourced practice with high-quality work and real scope for progression.

The Role

You'll manage a varied caseload for high-net-worth individuals and families, including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Trusts and IHT planning
• Powers of attorney
• Estate and trust administration

You'll join an established, supportive team with a strong pipeline of complex, high-value work.

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• Experience across wills, trusts, estates, LPAs, and related tax planning
• Ability to manage complex files independently
• Ideally STEP qualified or working towards it
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A collaborative approach and interest in BD

Why Join?

• National firm with a strong local presence
• Recognised in Legal 500 and Chambers HNW
• Supportive culture with clear progression opportunities
• Flexible working (typically 2 office days, open to PT)
• Active leadership driving growth and investment in the Private Client Group

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
• Health Cash Plan
• Private Medical Insurance
• Digital GP service
• Life Assurance & Critical Illness cover
• Group Income Protection
• Pension (5% employer / 3% employee)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discretionary bonus
• Discounted legal services
• Volunteering days
• Wellbeing and inclusion initiatives