Senior Associate - Private Clients

Agricultural and Farming Jobs; City Of London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm specializing in rural property is looking for a Senior Associate to provide high-quality legal services to private clients in the rural sector. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience and strong client handling skills, along with expertise in Wills, Trusts, Tax, and Probate. Candidates should be proactive and have a focus on delivering exceptional client experiences. The position is based in North Hertfordshire and offers a salary between £75,000 and £80,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a legal function or team at a strategic level.
• Track record of delivering a high-quality legal service with strong client outcomes.
• Strong ICT skills and comfort with digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide a bespoke and supportive legal service.
• Manage a diverse and complex caseload effectively.
• Support and mentor team members in their professional growth.

Skills

Client Handling

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Negotiation Skills

Cultural Awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

Case Management Systems

Digital Tools

Job description

Senior Associate - Private Client (Rural Property)

Vacancy Ref : 53575 DM

• This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Are you a qualified Senior Associate - Rural Property & Private Client?

Have you experience managing a complex portfolio of rural clients?

What experience do you have advising farming families?

The Company

Established Family based law firm

The Job Role

Seeking an experienced and client-focused private client specialist who excels in delivering a high-quality, tailored and supportive legal service. This individual will bring strong technical expertise in Wills, Trusts, Tax and Probate, combined with the ability to proactively manage a complex portfolio of clients while anticipating their unique needs, particularly within the rural and agricultural sector.

The ideal candidate will be a natural leader who enjoys supporting and developing others. They will have a proven ability to mentor team members, provide guidance on complex cases, and contribute to a collaborative, high-performance culture.

They will also be a trusted and strategic partner to the Head of Department and the wider leadership team, offering both practical support with client work and contributing to the delivery of the firm's long-term objectives. This person will be commercially aware, relationship-driven, and committed to providing an exceptional client experience.

Location North Hertfordshire

Salary £75,000 - £80,000 dep on exp

Responsibilities of the Role

Delivery of High-Quality, Tailored Legal Services - Provide a comprehensive, bespoke, and supportive legal service to a broad range of private clients, ensuring advice is delivered to the highest professional standard.

Proactive Management of a Complex Client Portfolio - Effectively manage a diverse and often complex caseload, anticipating client needs and applying specialist expertise across Wills, Trusts, Tax and Probate to enhance the overall client experience.

Team Leadership, Development and Mentorship - Support, develop and mentor team members, offering guidance on complex matters and contributing to the continuous professional growth of the department.

Departmental and Strategic Support - Work closely with the Head of Department and Partners, assisting with client work, departmental management responsibilities, and the achievement of wider strategic objectives aligned with the firm's vision.

Candidate Requirements

Strategic Leadership - Proven experience managing a legal function or team at a strategic level, contributing to the direction, development and success of the department.

High-Quality Service Delivery - Demonstrates a track record of delivering a highly successful, high-quality legal service with consistently strong outcomes for clients.

Client Handling & Expectation Management - Skilled in managing a diverse client base, responding appropriately to their individual needs, and effectively managing expectations throughout the engagement.

Client-Focused & Innovative Mindset - Brings a positive, proactive and solutions-driven approach with a strong focus on client care and continuous improvement.

Integrity & Collaboration - Acts with professionalism and integrity at all times. Shares knowledge openly, supports colleagues, and actively contributes to a collaborative and inclusive working environment.

Influencing & Negotiation Skills : Experienced in negotiating, facilitating and influencing stakeholders to achieve positive and commercially aligned outcomes.

Cultural Awareness & Emotional Intelligence : Demonstrates respect for differing cultural perspectives, communicates constructively, and shows high levels of empathy, understanding and professionalism.

Technical & Digital Proficiency : Computer and web literate with strong ICT skills, comfortable using digital tools, case management systems and emerging technologies.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills : Exhibits excellent problem-solving abilities with a methodical approach and strong attention to detail.

Business Development Engagement : Willing and able to support marketing and business development initiatives, including networking, writing articles, attending events and delivering presentations.

Keywords

Senior Associate - Agriculture & Rural Private Client, Senior Associate - Rural Estate, Senior Private Client Solicitor (Agriculture), Senior Agricultural Solicitor, Senior Associate - Rural Property & Private Client, Farms and Estates

How to apply

Please click on the APPLY NOW button.

Please send your CV to; Donna Morgan - Principal Recruitment Manager

As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission.