Senior Private Client Associate

Senior Associate Solicitor - Contentious Trusts & Probate - 6+ PQE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Associate Solicitor to join a highly regarded Private Client team specialising in Contentious Trusts & Probate matters.

This role is ideal for a commercially minded and technically strong solicitor looking to take on a leadership position within a growing and ambitious practice. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership while overseeing a close-knit team and managing a complex, high-quality caseload.

The Role

You will manage a broad range of contentious private client matters, including:

• Will validity disputes
• Claims involving lack of capacity and undue influence
• Inheritance Act claims
• Executor and trustee disputes
• Breach of fiduciary duty claims
• Estate administration disputes
• Trust disputes
• Proprietary estoppel claims

The role will also involve supervising junior lawyers and support staff, mentoring team members, and contributing to the strategic growth and development of the department.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 6 years' PQE in Contentious Trusts & Probate matters
• Strong experience managing complex disputes independently
• Excellent client care and relationship management skills
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience
• A commercial and proactive approach to practice development
• Strong organisational, communication, and analytical skills
• The ability to thrive in a busy and collaborative environment
• A compassionate and professional approach when dealing with sensitive client matters

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Performance-related bonus structure
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Pension contributions
• Life assurance scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programmes
• Friendly and supportive team culture
• Social events and team activities
• Cycle to Work scheme and additional employee benefits

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor seeking high-quality work, genuine progression opportunities, and the chance to play a key role in the continued growth of a respected private client practice.