Senior Private Client Solicitor - Southampton

Private Client Senior Associate / Partner - Southampton
A highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Senior Associate or Partner to join its established Southampton office. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role within Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners ranked law firm.

The Firm
The firm is a Top 50 UK law firm with a strong national presence and a reputation for excellence in private client law. With offices across the UK, it provides expert legal advice to a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, landed estates, entrepreneurs, trustees, and family offices.

The Private Client team is consistently ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, known for its expertise in estate planning, trusts, tax, and succession planning. The firm works closely with financial advisors, accountants, and wealth managers, offering a seamless and holistic service to clients.

The Role
This role provides the opportunity to take on a senior position within a thriving team, with responsibilities including:

• Advising high-net-worth individuals, trustees, and business owners on estate planning, tax, and trust matters
• Managing complex estates, including those with business and agricultural assets
• Handling probate and estate administration, including cross-border estates
• Providing guidance on Court of Protection matters and vulnerable client issues
• Leading and mentoring junior lawyers, supporting team development
• Playing an active role in business development and client relationship management, helping to expand the firm's private client offering in the region

The Ideal Candidate
The firm is looking for an experienced and commercially minded private client solicitor who:

• Has at least 8 years' PQE in private client law
• Is a STEP member (or willing to work towards qualification)
• Has experience advising on complex estates, trusts, and tax planning
• Possesses strong business development and networking skills
• Has a track record of leading a team and mentoring junior lawyers
• Works collaboratively with financial advisors, accountants, and wealth managers

The Opportunity

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Excellent work-life balance and flexible working
• A senior role within a prestigious and well-established firm
• The chance to work on high-quality, complex private client matters
• The opportunity to shape and grow the firm's private client offering in Oxford and the Thames Valley region
• A collaborative and supportive working environment with clear career progression pathways

This role is ideal for a Senior Associate seeking a pathway to Partnership, or an existing Partner looking for a new challenge in a highly regarded firm.