Private Client Associate – Gatwick

Wagstaff Recruitment; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is recruiting a Private Client Associate for its Gatwick office. You will manage a varied caseload independently, including high‑value wills, lifetime trusts, deeds of variation, powers of attorney and estate administration.

Candidates should have 4–7 years’ PQE in private client work, with autonomy to handle files across a regional firm’s national offering. This permanent, full‑time role offers high‑quality work outside London and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified private client lawyer with strong grounding in high‑value wills and estate planning.
• Experience handling lifetime trusts, deeds of variation, powers of attorney.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload independently with minimal supervision.
• Work on high‑value wills, lifetime trusts and estate administration.
• Collaborate with senior partners to provide technical excellence.

Skills

Private Client

Wills & Trusts

Job description

Job title: Private Client Associate

Location: Gatwick

Salary: £60,000-£75,000

PQE Level: 4-7 PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

A leading regional law firm is seeking a confident and capable Private Client Associate (4-7 PQE) to join its well-established team based in Gatwick as part of their national offering. This is a growth-driven hire with the firm having plenty of work and keen to strengthen the team in the South East.

The successful candidate will be joining a collaborative and high-performing Private Client department, working closely with two senior partners who are recognised for their technical excellence and leadership. You’ll be expected to manage a varied caseload independently, with work spanning High value complex wills, lifetime trusts, deeds of variation, powers of attorneys and estate administration.

Key Details:

• Role suited to lawyers with 4-7 years’ PQE and a strong grounding in Private Client work
• Autonomy and confidence in managing files is essential
• Gatwick office base, with flexibility to travel across regional offices if desired

This is an excellent opportunity for Private Client lawyers seeking high-quality work outside the London market, with genuine scope for career development and exposure to a broad client base.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £60000 – £75000 per annum
Location: Gatwick, West Sussex