Private Client Solicitor - Up To £80,000 A Year
Reed · London, England ·
Private Client Solicitor / Senior Associate – Brentwood – Up to £80,000 + Bonus + Benefits A highly regarded Legal 500 Essex firm is seeking a Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor in Brentwood to join its growing team.
You’ll handle high-quality work across wills, probate, trusts, estate planning and LPAs within a collaborative, well-established team of around 20 lawyers, in a supportive environment with clear progression. This opportunity will suit local solicitors seeking a genuine step forward, as well as City lawyers looking to reduce their commute and achieve a better work-life balance without compromising on quality of work.
The Role Varied caseload of private client including wills, probate, trusts and estate planning Advising on LPAs and supporting Court of Protection related matters Acting for executors and trustees on complex estate administration Delivering high levels of client care in line with the firm’s strong reputation Working closely with partners on complex and high-value matters Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers within a large, established team Contributing to business development, networking and marketing activity Supporting the continued growth of a top-tier Essex private client practice The Candidate 8+ PQE Private Client Solicitor or equivalent experience Strong experience across probate, estate administration, trusts and tax matters Confident running a full caseload with minimal supervision Excellent client care and communication skills Experience or interest in mentoring and developing junior lawyers Commercially aware with a proactive approach to business development Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Collaborative and solutions-focused mindset Benefits and How to Apply Competitive salary up to £80,000 depending on experience Enhanced Bonus Scheme Hybrid working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave Private healthcare with discounted dependent cover Death in service Structured career progression and mentoring programme Free parking Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
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