£50K/yr to £75K/yr
England, United Kingdom
Permanent, Variable

Private Client Senior Associate

Posted by Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment .

Job Title: Private Client Senior Associate

Location:

Ipswich, with travel required to other nearby offices on some occasions (travel expenses reimbursed)

Salary:

Circa £75,000 + benefits

Benefits:

Hybrid/flexible working, bonus scheme, discount vouchers, 25 days holiday, and more

About the Role:

My Client who are a Leading Law firm are seeking an experienced and ambitious Private Client Lawyer/Senior Associate to join our highly established firm. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional looking to take the next step in their career by managing a small team while handling a varied and interesting caseload.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a team of three, providing leadership and guidance

  • Undertake a diverse range of private client matters, including:

  • Wills

  • Powers of Attorney

  • Probate applications

  • Provide exceptional service to clients, ensuring all legal needs are met efficiently and professionally

  • Collaborate with colleagues across our Ipswich, Colchester, and London offices to deliver high-quality client service.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Proven experience in wills, powers of attorney, and probate applications
  • Desirable experience in tax, trusts, and contentious probate
  • Strong private client background with a focus on delivering excellent client care
  • Leadership skills and the ability to manage and develop a small team
  • Willingness to travel between office locations as needed (expenses reimbursed).

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary around the £75,000 mark dependent on experience
  • A comprehensive benefits package including hybrid/flexible working arrangements, a bonus scheme, discount vouchers, 25 days of holiday, and more
  • The opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and well-respected firm.

If you are an experienced Private Client Lawyer/Senior Associate looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and cover letter to or apply through our website. For further information please contact me on

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