Private Client Senior Associate or Partner

Chadwick Nott; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Private Client Senior Associate or Partner in Dorchester to manage a diverse caseload and deliver top-tier private client services. The role involves mentoring junior team members, driving business development, and building lasting client relationships in a supportive, close-knit environment. Enjoy a competitive package with benefits including flexible working, generous leave, and healthcare options.

Benefits

30 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays

Extra day off for your birthday

Private medical insurance

Generous pension and life assurance

Wellbeing initiatives and corporate gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience at Senior Associate or Partner level in private client matters.
• Strong commercial mindset and ability to nurture client relationships.
• Proactive and ambitious nature.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload involving wills, trusts, probate, and estate administration.
• Provide expert guidance on complex legal matters.
• Drive business development efforts and contribute to team strategy.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Legal Expertise in Wills and Trusts

Business Development

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Job description

Private Client Senior Associate or Partner
Location: Dorchester

An opportunity has opened up for an experienced senior associate or partner to step into a senior-level private client role in Dorchester. If you're passionate about delivering top-tier private client services and looking to join a progressive, close-knit team, this could be your next move.

Our client are an award-winning practice who have an outstanding reputation for their positive culture and work life balance.

The role:

• Managing a diverse caseload involving wills, trusts, probate, and estate administration
• Providing expert guidance to individuals and families on complex legal matters
• Building lasting client relationships and expanding referral networks
• Supporting, mentoring, and developing junior team members
• Driving business development efforts and contributing to team strategy

Requirements:

• You're likely operating at Senior Associate or Partner level with strong experience in private client work and a commercial mindset. You'll be someone who takes initiative, and has a real appetite for nurturing client relationships and growing a practice.

You should be:

• Proactive, ambitious, and a confident communicator
• Strong technical expertise in private client matters
• Committed to delivering exceptional service
• Open to evolving ways of working and embracing change

Benefits:

• 30 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Private medical insurance
• Generous pension and life assurance
• Eye care and flu jab provisions
• Legal services support
• Wellbeing initiatives and corporate gym discounts
• Opportunities to get involved in CSR, social events, and more

If you're an experienced private client lawyer working at the senior level and seeking a new challenge then this is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving practice who are very much going from strength to strength.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

*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.*