Private Client Associate/Senior Associate

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the City of London seeks an experienced solicitor with over 5 years PQE to manage a varied caseload independently. The role includes strong client relationship management, business development, and maintaining financial discipline. Ideal candidates will have expertise in trusts, tax, and cross-border matters. The firm promotes a collaborative environment and offers clear progression opportunities with a flexible hybrid working policy.

Benefits

High-quality work

Collaborative environment

Clear progression opportunities

Flexible working policy

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE with a strong academic background.
• Experience in private client matters, particularly in trusts, tax, and cross-border work.
• STEP, ATT, or CTA qualifications are supported.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload independently under supervision.
• Generate new work through networking and relationship building.
• Maintain financial discipline and meet annual fee targets.
• Engage in firm initiatives to promote collaboration.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Financial Management

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

5+ years PQE

Job description

Leading Law Firm • Highly ranked team

About Our Client

The role involves managing a varied caseload, building client and referrer relationships, and contributing to business development. Strong financial management, client care, and a proactive approach to career development are essential.

Job Description

• Independent Management of Caseload: Confidently handle your own portfolio of matters under the guidance of a supervising partner, while collaborating with junior team members including trainee solicitors and legal assistants.
• Business Development & Relationship Building: Demonstrate initiative in generating new work through networking, thought leadership (e.g., article writing), and fostering cross-departmental and external relationships with key referrers such as accountants and wealth managers.
• Strong Financial Performance: Maintain excellent financial discipline through accurate time recording, proactive WIP management, and timely billing to consistently meet annual fee targets based on revenue received.
• Active Engagement in Firm Initiatives: Contribute to the wider firm culture by participating in events and activities that promote collaboration, visibility, and team spirit.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years PQE, strong academics, and a broad range of experience in private client matters. Expertise in areas such as trusts, tax, mental capacity, or cross-border work is advantageous. STEP, ATT, or CTA qualifications are supported.

• You need to be a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
• Office location in Putney - you must be within an hour commute of this.

What's on Offer

The team is known for its technical excellence and international capabilities, with offices in multiple locations and a flexible hybrid working policy. The firm offers high-quality work, a collaborative environment, and clear progression opportunities.