Senior Associate (3212)

Cathedrala appointments; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Exeter is looking for a Senior Associate to join their Private Wealth team. The role involves managing diverse private client matters, including wills and estate planning, while providing high-level advice to high-net-worth individuals. Candidates should have 6+ years PQE in Private Client work and strong tax planning knowledge. This position offers up to £83,000 DOE, a collaborative work culture, and the potential for hybrid working after training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive working culture

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in Private Client / Private Wealth work, ideally with HNW experience.
• Strong technical understanding of tax and estate planning.
• Ability to manage files independently and build trusted client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of private wealth matters, including wills and trusts.
• Advise on estate protection and tax-efficient structuring for clients.
• Support Partners on complex matters while mentoring junior team members.
• Contribute to business development initiatives within the department.

Skills

Private Client expertise

Client relationship management

Tax-efficient structuring

Trust creation

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years PQE

STEP qualification (completed or in progress)

Job description

Up to £83,000 DOE | Hybrid | Exeter

Our client is a highly respected, full-service law firm with a strong presence across the UK and internationally. With a reputation for excellence, they offer first-class legal advice to individuals, businesses, and institutions alike. Their Exeter office is a key hub within the firm, home to an established and collaborative Private Wealth team with deep roots in the region and a loyal client base of high‑net‑worth individuals and families.

The Role :

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Associate (6+ years PQE) to join the firm’s expanding Private Wealth team in Exeter. This is a growth role within a thriving department that handles a wide range of complex private client matters. The successful individual will be working alongside highly regarded Partners and Associates, providing tailored and strategic advice to HNW clients, families, and trusts. The firm values an office‑based culture and is seeking someone who thrives in a collaborative, in‑person team environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Associate :

• Manage a diverse caseload of private wealth matters, including wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning.
• Advise on estate and asset protection, tax‑efficient structuring, and trust creation for UK and international clients.
• Support Partners on complex matters while supervising and mentoring junior members of the team.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management initiatives within the Private Wealth department.

Requirements of the Senior Associate :

• Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years PQE in Private Client / Private Wealth work, ideally with HNW experience.
• STEP qualification (completed or in progress) and a strong technical understanding of tax and estate planning.
• Proven ability to independently manage files, build trusted client relationships, and deliver high‑quality legal advice.
• A team‑oriented professional with excellent communication, commercial awareness, and commitment to client service.

Your benefits include :

• Competitive salary up to £83,000 DOE plus comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and collegiate working culture within a leading regional and national firm.
• Opportunity for professional growth and exposure to complex, high‑value matters.
• Hybrid working post-probation (4 days in-office expected during initial training period).

If you are an experienced Private Wealth lawyer seeking a new challenge in Exeter, this is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading firm with a strong reputation and supportive team culture.

Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship either now or in the future.

Recruitment Consultant : Clodagh Murphy