New Job Opening: Senior Associate Private Client in Richmond, UK

Job Description

Senior Associate – Private Wealth

Salary: £75,000 – £95,000 + Bonus

Location: Richmond (Hybrid)

HNW Client Work & Clear Progression Path

Are you a Private Client Solicitor ready to step into a Senior Associate role within a highly regarded, Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked Private Wealth team? This is an opportunity to work closely with high-net-worth individuals on complex, meaningful matters while developing your leadership, client relationship, and business development skills in a supportive, specialist environment.

Our client is recognised for delivering exceptional private client advice to HNW individuals and families, with a strong reputation for quality, empathy, and long-term client relationships.

The Role: High-Quality Private Wealth Advisory Work

As a Senior Associate, you will manage a varied and sophisticated caseload, working with high-net-worth clients across the full spectrum of private client services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising HNW clients on Wills, trusts, estates, and succession planning


• Preparing and advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney


• Handling estate administration, including complex and taxable estates


• Advising on Inheritance Tax (IHT) and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) planning


• Supporting the creation, administration, and winding up of trusts


• Managing your own client relationships as a trusted advisor


• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and trainees


• Supporting marketing and business development initiatives

Team & Environment

You will join a highly respected Private Wealth team based in Richmond, known for its technical excellence and client-first approach.

The team advises clients with assets typically ranging from £5m–£20m, offering:

• A collaborative, supportive working culture


• Strong emphasis on client care and long-term relationships


• Exposure to complex, high-value private client matters


• A reputation for being empathetic, practical, and solutions-focused

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)


• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Private Client / Private Wealth work


• Strong technical knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Wills and estate planning
  
  
  • Trusts and estate administration
  
  
  • IHT and CGT planning
  
  
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  
  
  
  


• Experience managing your own complex caseload independently


• Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills

Desirable:

• Experience with HNW/UHNW clients


• Interest in business development and networking activities


• Previous supervisory or mentoring experience

Personal attributes:

• Empathetic and professional approach, particularly with sensitive matters


• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy


• Collaborative, team-focused mindset


• Proactive and commercially aware

Career Progression

• Clear pathway to Legal Director and Partner-level progression


• Opportunity to develop expertise in high-value private wealth planning


• Active involvement in business development and client strategy


• Structured support for leadership and mentoring development

Salary & Benefits

• £75,000 – £95,000 base salary (dependent on experience)


• Performance-related bonus


• Hybrid working (flexible office/home arrangement)


• Private healthcare


• Enhanced pension contributions


• Generous annual leave entitlement


• Supportive training and development programme


• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and wellbeing

Location & Working Arrangements

• Richmond-based role


• Hybrid working model with flexible office presence


• Full-time position with openness to alternative working arrangements

Next Steps

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: [email protected]

Alternatively, apply now for further details and a confidential discussion.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.