Private Client Senior Associate

William James Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Birthday and Christmas leave

Flexible and agile working

Medical or dental cash plan

Death in service and enhanced family‑f

Industry leading benefits

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor in Cambridge to handle complex private client matters for high-net-worth individuals within a national team. You will advise on wills, trusts, estates and tax planning, with a focus on client care and progression.

The role offers high-quality work, strong progression and an opportunity to develop within a reputable, growing practice in Cambridge.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in wills, trusts, estates and tax planning.
• Strong technical ability with attention to detail.
• Commercially aware with a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of complex private client matters.
• Advising on taxable estates and estate planning strategies.
• Drafting tax-efficient wills and trust structures.
• Handling trust administration matters.
• Working with HNW and UHNW individuals and families.
• Collaborating with a highly experienced team.
• Delivering high standards of client care.
• Supporting team growth and development.

Skills

Wills & trusts

Estates & tax planning

Client communication

Ambitious & proactive

Job description

Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor – Cambridge – Up to £75,000 + Benefits

A top-tier Legal 500 firm is seeking a Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor in Cambridge to join its expanding national team.

As a Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor in Cambridge, you’ll advise high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and family offices on complex private wealth matters. This role offers excellent quality work, strong progression and the opportunity to develop within a highly reputable and growing practice.

The Role

• Managing a varied caseload of complex private client matters
• Advising on taxable estates and estate planning strategies
• Drafting tax-efficient wills and trust structures
• Handling trust administration matters
• Working with HNW and UHNW individuals and families
• Collaborating with a highly experienced team
• Delivering high standards of client care
• Supporting team growth and development

The Candidate

• Strong experience in wills, trusts, estates and tax planning
• Strong technical ability and attention to detail
• Commercially aware with a client-focused approach
• Ambitious and driven with a proactive mindset
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience within a regional or national firm

The Benefits

• Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
• 30 days annual leave plus birthday and Christmas leave
• Flexible and agile working
• Medical or dental cash plan
• Death in service and enhanced family-friendly benefits