Senior Associate Private Client

Henderson Scott; Romsey; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Job summary

Henderson Scott is seeking a Senior Associate Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its Romsey office. You will handle Wills, Probate, Estate Planning and related private client matters for high-net-worth individuals, with a focus on complex estates.

The role offers leadership responsibilities, a clear progression path within a growing team, and a hybrid working arrangement in a well-regarded regional firm.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in Private Client law.
• Strong technical expertise across Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Planning.
• Experience advising on tax planning and complex estates.
• STEP qualified or working towards STEP is advantageous.
• Ambitious and motivated to play a key role within a growing department.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied high-quality private client caseload with Wills, Probate and Estate Planning.
• Provide leadership, supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Contribute to business development and networking within the department.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Client care

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

A highly regarded and growing regional firm is seeking a Senior Associate Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its established Romsey office.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior position within a respected Private Client team, advising a high-quality client base on complex wills, trusts and estate planning matters. The role offers excellent quality work, genuine leadership opportunities and a clear pathway for continued career progression.

The Role

Senior Associate - Private Client (Wills, Probate & Estate Planning)

Location: Romsey

Experience: 6+ PQE

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Full Remuneration Package: £65,000-£75,000 DOE

You will manage a varied and high-quality private client caseload, including:

• Drafting Wills and advising on estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Trust creation and administration
• Tax and succession planning
• Advising high-net-worth individuals and families on complex private client matters

Alongside your own caseload, you will also:

• Supervise and mentor junior members of the team
• Provide technical guidance and support across the department
• Play an active role in business development and networking
• Build and strengthen relationships with clients and professional referrers
• Contribute to the strategic growth and continued success of the Private Client team

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• 6+ years' PQE in Private Client law
• Strong technical expertise across Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Planning
• Experience advising on tax planning and complex estates
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Commercially minded with a proven interest in business development
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• STEP qualified, or working towards STEP, would be advantageous
• Ambitious and motivated to play a key role within a growing department

What's On Offer

• Full remuneration package of £65,000-£75,000 DOE
• High-quality Private Client work with HNW client exposure
• Senior Associate role with leadership responsibilities
• Clear progression within a highly regarded regional firm
• Hybrid working
• Supportive, collaborative and ambitious team culture
• Ongoing professional development and STEP support

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client lawyer looking to step into a Senior Associate position, offering complex work, leadership responsibility and the chance to play a significant role in the continued growth of a highly respected Private Client team.