Private Client Solicitor
hace 12 días
Upminster
Private Client Senior Associate Solicitor – 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. Contact: Thomas Brown, Retained Consultant Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 Mobile: 07495 117 132 Email: thomas.brown@williamjamesrecruitment.com More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.