Senior Associate/Legal Director - Private Client

TSR Legal; Carmarthen; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TSR Legal in Carmarthen is seeking a Senior Associate or Director-level Solicitor to join its Agricultural Estate Planning team. You will advise farmers, landowners and high-net-worth individuals on wills, trusts, succession planning, tax mitigation and wealth preservation across generations.

You will lead client relationships, mentor junior fee-earners and collaborate with Property, Litigation and Corporate teams to deliver integrated rural services, while contributing to business development

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with at least 6 years PQE working with agricultural clients.
• Strong background in private client work, with a focus on agricultural and rural estates.
• Commercially aware with excellent interpersonal skills and a client-centric approach.
• Natural leader with experience mentoring junior team members.
• Strong ties to or understanding of the rural and farming community in Wales or the UK.
• Willingness to take a proactive role in business development and the growth of the team.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on estate and succession planning for agricultural clients, including wills, trusts, tax planning, and business structuring.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, professional referrers, and colleagues within the firm.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Property, Litigation, and Corporate teams to offer a fully integrated service.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the Agricultural Estate Planning service and support junior team members through mentorship and supervision.
• Attend and present at agricultural shows, seminars, and networking events to represent and build the firm’s rural brand.

Skills

Estate planning

Agricultural estates

Client relations

Mentoring juniors

Business development

Education

England & Wales Solicitor qualification

Job description

Senior Associate / Director – Agricultural Estate Planning Solicitor

Carmarthen -Hybrid Working
Full-time / Permanent

TSR Legal are currently working with a highly regarded law firm based in Carmarthen who pride themselves on delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services across a variety of practices area across South Wales.

Our clients Agricultural team is highly respected and widely recognised for its depth of experience and understanding of the unique challenges facing rural businesses and families. Due to continued growth, our client seeking either a Senior Associate or Director/Partner level Solicitor to join it’s expanding practice.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced solicitor to play a leading role in the development and delivery of bespoke estate planning services to agricultural and rural client base. You will work closely with farmers, landowners, and high-net-worth individuals to provide tailored advice on wills, trusts, succession planning, tax mitigation, and the preservation of family wealth across generations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on estate and succession planning for agricultural clients, including wills, trusts, tax planning, and business structuring.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, professional referrers, and colleagues within the firm.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Property, Litigation, and Corporate teams to offer a fully integrated service.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the Agricultural Estate Planning service and support junior team members through mentorship and supervision.
• Attend and present at agricultural shows, seminars, and networking events to represent and build the firm’s rural brand. Ensure all advice is delivered in line with relevant legal, regulatory, and professional standards.

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with at least 6 years PQE working with agricultural clients
• A strong background in private client work, with a particular focus on agricultural and rural estates.
• Commercially aware with excellent interpersonal skills and a client-centric approach.
• A natural leader with experience managing or mentoring junior team members.
• Strong ties to or understanding of the rural and farming community in Wales or the UK.
• Willingness to take a proactive role in business development and the growth of the team.

This is a rare opportunity to join an established and forward-thinking law firm where you will play a key role in shaping the future of the agricultural estate planning offering.