Private Client Senior Associate

Simpson Judge; Hove; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plan

25 days’ annual leave

Hybrid work

Job summary

Simpson Judge in Hove is seeking a Private Client Senior Associate to lead the office on a route to partnership. You will manage your own caseload across wills, trusts, probate and estate planning, with a focus on high-net-worth matters in a hybrid working environment.

The role offers a competitive salary (£100,000-£120,000) plus bonus and an opportunity to shape the growth of the department while mentoring junior lawyers.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 5+ PQE in private client work.
• STEP qualification desirable.
• Strong client care, communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead private client matters including wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and LPAs.
• Mentor junior team members and support business development.
• Build relationships with clients, referrers and advisers.
• Oversee office operations and contribute to growth of the department.

Skills

Leadership

Client care

Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

STEP qualification desirable

Job description

Private Client Senior Associate - Head of Office | Legal 500

Route to Partnership opportunity

Location: Hove - hybrid

Salary: £100-120,000 + bonus

Experience: 5PQE+

OVERVIEW

Join a reputable Legal 500 firm with a highly regarded Private Client team, known for high-quality work for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families.

This is a senior opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to lead the office. You will run your own caseload across wills, trusts, estate and succession planning, tax planning, LPAs, and probate and estate administration, while taking responsibility for the office's day-to-day running and growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing a varied caseload of private client matters including wills, LPAs, probate, trusts, estate administration, Court of Protection and estate planning.
• Advising HNW individuals, families, elderly and vulnerable clients on complex private client matters.
• Building strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional advisers.
• Managing matters with autonomy while contributing to the wider team’s success.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members.
• Contributing to business development, networking and the continued growth of the department.

ABOUT YOU

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 5+ PQE in private client work.
• Strong technical experience across wills, trusts, probate, estate planning and inheritance tax.
• Experience advising HNW clients and managing complex estates.
• STEP qualification (or working towards) desirable.
• Strong client care, communication and leadership skills.
• A collaborative approach with an interest in developing your career, with progression towards partnership.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonus
• Comprehensive health plan
• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus the option to purchase additional days
• Strong focus on work/life balance, career development, and an inclusive, supportive culture
• Flexible hybrid working