Senior Associate - Private Wealth

William James Recruitment; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension scheme

Clear pathway to partnership

28 days annual leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

William James Recruitment seeks a Senior Private Client Solicitor in Altrincham to handle high‑quality private wealth work, estates, trusts and tax planning, with a view to partnership. You will build a client base, mentor junior lawyers, and contribute to growth of the private client offering in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Salary up to £100,000 plus bonus and enhanced benefits. The role provides a clear path to partnership and an opportunity to shape and grow a key practice area

Qualifications

• Experience in private wealth, estates and trusts.
• Advising on tax and succession planning.
• Strong client relationships and communication skills.
• Able to work autonomously and at a senior level.
• Experience with high-value or complex estates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex private client matters including estates, trusts and tax planning.
• Advising high net worth individuals and families.
• Handling high-value and complex estate administration.
• Building and developing your own client base and referrer network.
• Working closely with senior colleagues on strategic growth plans.
• Playing a key role in developing the private client offering.
• Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers.
• Driving business development and profile-raising activity.

Skills

Private client experience

Tax & succession planning

Business development

Mentoring juniors

Autonomous senior level

Job description

Senior Private Client Solicitor – Altrincham – Up to £100,000 + Bonus + Benefits

A highly regarded regional law firm is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor in Altrincham to join its established and ambitious team.

As a Senior Private Client Solicitor in Altrincham, you’ll step into a strategic role with real influence, handling high-quality work while contributing to the growth and direction of the private client offering.

This opportunity offers a clear, supported pathway to partnership within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Role

• Managing complex private client matters including estates, trusts and tax planning
• Advising high net worth individuals and families
• Handling high-value and complex estate administration
• Building and developing your own client base and referrer network
• Working closely with senior colleagues on strategic growth plans
• Playing a key role in developing the private client offering
• Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers
• Driving business development and profile-raising activity

The Candidate

• Strong experience in private wealth, estates and trusts
• Confident advising on tax and succession planning
• Commercial mindset with enthusiasm for business development
• Strong client relationship and communication skills
• Able to work autonomously and at a senior level
• Experience with high-value or complex estates preferred

The Benefits

• Salary up to £100,000 plus bonus
• 28 days annual leave
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Clear and supported pathway to partnership
• Opportunity to shape and grow a key practice area
• Collaborative, long-term career-focused culture
• High-quality work and strong internal support