Senior Associate Private Client - Sevenoaks

Henderson Scott Limited; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-established legal firm in Sevenoaks seeks a Senior Associate Private Client Lawyer to manage a high-quality caseload including wills, probate, and court matters. The role involves mentoring junior lawyers and driving departmental growth. The firm offers competitive salaries, an attractive bonus structure, and hybrid working options. This is an excellent opportunity for senior lawyers aiming for stability and professional development within a respected environment.

Benefits

Attractive bonus structure

Hybrid and flexible working

An additional week off at Christmas

Qualifications

• Experience operating at Senior Associate level or equivalent.
• Interest in mentoring junior lawyers.
• Skills in business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied and high-quality Private Client caseload.
• Support the Head of Department in mentoring junior lawyers.
• Contribute to business development and growth.

Skills

Strong experience across the full range of Private Client work

Confident managing complex matters with minimal supervision

Collaborative, team-focused approach

Job description

Senior Associate - Private Client

Location: Sevenoaks
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + excellent bonus structure
Working pattern: Full-time | Hybrid & flexible working available

We are supporting a long-established and highly respected firm in Sevenoaks with the appointment of a Senior Associate Private Client Lawyer to join its substantial and growing Private Client department.

With almost 300 years of heritage, the firm offers an outstanding platform for senior lawyers looking to handle high-quality work while playing a key role in the development and direction of the wider team.

The Role

You will manage a varied and high-quality Private Client caseload, including:

• Wills and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Court of Protection / OPG-related matters

In addition to fee earning, you will support the Head of Department with mentoring junior lawyers, contributing to business development, and helping to drive continued growth across the department.

About You

• Strong experience across the full range of Private Client work
• Operating at Senior Associate level (or equivalent)
• Confident managing complex matters with minimal supervision
• A collaborative, team-focused approach with an interest in mentoring

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary aligned to experience
• Attractive bonus structure
• Hybrid and flexible working
• An additional week off at Christmas, on top of annual leave
• High-quality work within a large, well-established Private Client team
• Clear long-term progression within the department

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Private Client lawyer looking to take the next step within a stable, respected and forward-thinking firm.