Aspiria Legal has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Private Client Lawyer, ideally at Senior Associate, Managing Associate or Legal Director level, to join a leading Private Client team within one of the top law firms in the Southwest. We’re looking for someone with both technical expertise and operational and management skills to perform a senior role within this successful Wills & Probate team facilitating strong performance from team members and driving efficiency. You will be joining a highly regarded and successful team advising individuals, families, and their advisors on a wide range of private client work. You’ll work on high-value matters including estate and succession planning, trusts, tax structuring probate and wealth preservation. You’ll play a central role in managing client relationships by delivering tailored legal solutions and contributing to the strategic growth of our Private Wealth practice. Whether you’re advising entrepreneurs, landowners, family-owned business or international clients, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that delivers clear and commercially focused advice.
Responsibilities:
- Lead on estate administration matters, including estates with international assets and agricultural property.
- Provide expert advice on inheritance tax, succession planning, and estate-related tax matters.
- Advise on powers of attorney, elderly client care and estate planning strategies.
- Contribute to business development, helping grow the firm’s client base and reputation.
- Take an active role in operational delivery, managing caseloads efficiently, improving processes, and ensuring high standards of client service.
- Support and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration and excellence.
Skills & Experience sought:
- Extensive experience in private client law, particularly in high-value and technically complex matters.
- Strong working knowledge of UK tax law as it relates to estates and inheritance.
- Proven ability to manage sensitive client relationships with professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a trust corporation or similar governance structure.
- A client-centric approach and strong relationship-building skills.
- Passion for innovation, collaboration, and contributing to a forward-thinking team.
- Motivation to develop a career within a transparent and supportive framework.
Benefits:
- 28 days holidays per annum + birthday off + bank holidays
- Buy and sell holiday options
- Discounted shopping package
- Enhanced parental leave (6 months fully paid)
- Lifestyle benefits and flexible working initiatives
- Gym membership
- 5 year sabbatical benefit
- Emergency backup childcare
- Social & sports clubs
- Private healthcare options
- EV car and bike schemes
- 2x volunteer days per year
To apply, please submit your application or alternatively please contact Katie at Aspiria Legal (contact details on the Aspiria Legal website)