Senior Associate - Private Clients

Menter a Busnes; North Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm located in North Hertfordshire is seeking a Senior Associate - Private Client. This role requires a qualified professional to manage a complex portfolio of rural clients, providing high-quality legal service, mentoring team members, and being a strategic partner. The ideal candidate should have a proven ability in strategic leadership within the legal sector. Competitive salary £75,000 - £80,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a legal function or team at a strategic level.
• Demonstrates a track record of delivering high-quality legal service.
• Skilled in managing diverse client base and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide bespoke legal service to private clients.
• Effectively manage a complex caseload anticipating client needs.
• Support and mentor team members in professional growth.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Client Handling & Expectation Management

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Influencing & Negotiation Skills

Integrity & Collaboration

Technical & Digital Proficiency

Cultural Awareness & Emotional Intelligence

High-Quality Service Delivery

Client-Focused & Innovative Mindset

Business Development Engagement

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent relevant qualification

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

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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.