Private Client Senior Associate

JR United Kingdom; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm seeks a Senior Associate in its Private Client team, focusing on probate, estate administration, and advising high-net-worth clients. This role offers opportunities for mentorship and business development while being integral to client relationships and departmental growth.

Qualifications

• Strong client relationship skills for high-net-worth individuals.
• Deep technical expertise in wills, trusts, and probate.
• Ability to manage a complex private client caseload.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex probate and estate work, including intestate and high-value matters.
• Advise on wills, trusts, and powers of attorney for affluent clients.
• Mentor junior staff and support team development.

Skills

Client relationship skills

Technical expertise in wills, trusts, probate

Mentoring

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31.05.2025

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Job Description:

A respected law firm within a long-established international professional services group seeks a Senior Associate for its Private Client team. The firm blends decades of expertise with a focus on long-term, trusted relationships.

The role involves probate and estate administration, alongside a diverse caseload including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.

Key Experience:

• Managing complex, high-value estates, including intestacy and business assets
• Advising high-net-worth individuals and business owners, with some Court of Protection or capacity-related work

This role is based in Manchester or Liverpool, with a preference for at least one day weekly in Manchester.

Responsibilities:

• Lead on complex probate and estate work, including intestate and high-value matters
• Advise on wills, trusts, and powers of attorney for affluent clients and business owners
• Mentor junior staff and support team development
• Help grow the department through client relationships and business development

What Sets You Apart:

• Confidently manage a broad private client caseload
• Strong client relationship skills
• Deep technical expertise in wills, trusts, and probate
• Proactive in mentoring and contributing to team growth

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