Senior Private Client Associate, Estates & Trusts

Michael Page Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Greater London seeks a Private Client Associate with over 5 years of PQE in private client law. You will advise high-net-worth individuals on estate planning and tax matters, while preparing Court of Protection applications. The ideal candidate has strong technical skills, excellent academics, and the ability to manage junior colleagues. This permanent role offers career advancement opportunities within a supportive company culture that prioritizes professional growth.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive company culture

Engaging work in legal sector

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified lawyer.
• Ideally 5+ years' PQE in private client law with strong technical knowledge.
• Experience in taxable estates, wills, inheritance tax, trusts, and Court of Protection matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a range of private client matters including wills, trusts, inheritance tax, and estate planning.
• Prepare Court of Protection applications and manage deputy files.
• Draft complex agreements and provide tailored solutions for high-net-worth clients.
• Collaborate with other practice areas including family, corporate, and property teams.
• Supervise junior team members and contribute to business development initiatives.

Skills

Private client law expertise

Client relationship management

Tax planning

Excellent communication

Supervisory skills

Education

Qualified lawyer

Minimum 2:1 academic qualification

Job description

A leading law firm in Greater London seeks a Private Client Associate with over 5 years of PQE in private client law. You will advise high-net-worth individuals on estate planning and tax matters, while preparing Court of Protection applications. The ideal candidate has strong technical skills, excellent academics, and the ability to manage junior colleagues. This permanent role offers career advancement opportunities within a supportive company culture that prioritizes professional growth.