Managing Associate

HarKaye Core Talent; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HarKaye Core Talent is seeking a Managing Associate specializing in contentious trusts and private wealth disputes in Greater London. The role requires an England & Wales qualified lawyer with over 6 years of experience dealing with high net worth individuals and complex family matters. You will oversee all stages of disputes, from strategic management to supervising junior lawyers. This is a chance to enhance your specialism and progress within a reputable team, handling impactful cases and contributing to business development.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ PQE in contentious trust and private wealth disputes.
• Strong technical ability and commercial awareness.
• Excellent drafting skills and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal analysis and strategic case management.
• Draft legal documents and handle client relationships.
• Supervise junior lawyers and prepare cases for trial.

Skills

Contentious trusts

Private wealth disputes

Client handling

Drafting skills

Education

England & Wales qualified lawyer

Job description

Managing Associate – Contentious Trusts & Private Wealth Disputes (6+ PQE)

Harkaye Core Talent

Harkaye Core Talent is currently working with a highly regarded private wealth disputes team that continues to see a steady increase in high-quality instructions, particularly across complex and cross-border matters.

As a result, the team is looking to hire a Managing Associate with strong experience in contentious trusts and private wealth disputes.

The work is focused on contentious trust and estate disputes, often involving ultra-high net worth individuals, international families, trustees, and complex family structures. Many of the matters have a significant cross-border element and require careful handling of sophisticated asset structures, alongside related tax considerations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer who wants to deepen their specialism in private wealth disputes while taking on greater responsibility within a leading team. The role offers exposure to headline matters, close collaboration with recognised practitioners in the field, and genuine progression prospects.

You will play a key role across all stages of matters — from technical legal analysis and strategic case management through to drafting, client handling, supervising junior lawyers, and preparing cases for trial or settlement. You will also be encouraged to contribute to business development and the continued growth of the practice.

The team is looking for an England & Wales qualified lawyer with 6+ years’ PQE, a strong background in disputes, and ideally experience in trusts, probate, or wider private wealth litigation. Strong technical ability, commercial awareness, excellent drafting skills, and a measured, professional approach are all essential.

If you’re considering a move into contentious private wealth, or looking to take the next step in your career within a high-performing team, we’d be happy to speak in confidence.