Private Client Associate Solicitor 3-6PQE

Job Description

The Opportunity

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Our client is looking for an ambitious solicitor to join their Private Client team in their Kingston office. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years' PQE in the non-contentious Private Client area of law and should be a self-starter, highly motivated and demonstrate experience of a wide range of private client work, with a keen desire to develop their knowledge and practice.

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The role would suit both an Associate looking to progress their career to Senior Associate or a Senior Associate would also be considered for the position.

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The successful candidate will also be expected to have an entrepreneurial spirit to develop and maintain excellent relationships with both clients and with other professionals.

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Our client handles varied and high-quality work to include:

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• advising on and drafting wills;

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• estate and inheritance tax planning advice;

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• the administration of estates of varying degrees of complexity;

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• the creation, administration and taxation of trusts;

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• cross-border advice;

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• inheritance tax, capital gains tax and income tax advice in relation to trusts and estates;

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• advising on mental capacity issues and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

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The client base is extremely varied, including high net worth individuals, international clients and UK based clients.

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The Candidate       

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• At least 3 years' PQE in non-contentious private client work.

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• Strong academics.

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• Excellent opportunity for career progression.

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• An Associate or Senior Associate may apply.

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• Agile Working Policy of 60/40 split in the office and at home each month.

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Please contact Toby Nash at Chase Portland for further information.

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