Private Client Senior Associate - Richmond
Location: Richmond
Position: Full-Time, Permanent

A leading regional law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Private Wealth Team in Richmond. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned private client lawyer looking to handle high-quality work within a collaborative and supportive team environment, while also taking on supervisory responsibilities.

About the Firm
This dynamic and forward-thinking firm is recognised for its commitment to delivering exceptional legal services while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and progressive work environment. With over 450 professionals, including 280 lawyers and 58 partners, the firm is renowned for its "human first" ethos, consistently earning recognition in The Times' Best Law Firms, The Legal 500, and Chambers & Partners.

The Private Wealth Team provides expert legal advice to high-net-worth clients with personal assets ranging from £5m to £20m. Their clients often have business interests, international assets, or complex family structures, requiring tailored and comprehensive support.

The Role
The successful candidate will manage a broad range of private client matters, including:

• Lifetime and succession planning.
• Advising on the structure of Wills as part of broader estate planning strategies.
• Preparing and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Creating, administering, and winding up trusts.
• Overseeing estate administration.
• Meeting regularly with clients to provide expert and pragmatic advice.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members to support their legal and professional development.

This position includes a hybrid working model, with an expectation to spend three days per week in the Richmond office.

Key Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 5-7 years' experience managing their own caseload of private client matters.
• STEP qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Previous experience in supervising and mentoring junior team members or a readiness to take on management responsibilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on building strong client relationships.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach, with a passion for delivering exceptional outcomes for clients.
• The ability to manage complex cases involving high-net-worth clients, international assets, and intricate family dynamics.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working arrangements, offering flexibility and a balance between office and home.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment that values collaboration and individual contributions.
• Access to high-quality work and the opportunity to develop expertise within a highly regarded Private Wealth team.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CVs
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Senior Associate to advance their career in a progressive and supportive environment while working on high-value private client matters.