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Private Client Associate / Senior AssociateFull-time | London | Competitive salary + benefitsWe are partnering with a leading law firm to recruit an experienced Private Client Lawyer (7+ PQE) to join their London office. This is an excellent opportunity to advise HNW and UHNW clients on complex matters while contributing to the growth of a highly regarded department.Key Responsibilities:Manage a varied caseload including wills, trusts, IHT planning, estate administration, LPAs, and elderly client work.Provide tailored advice to clients with domestic and international assets.Build and maintain strong client and referrer relationships.Take an active role in business development, networking, and profile-raising.Mentor and support junior colleagues within the team.Ensure compliance with professional and firm-wide standards while working to financial and quality targets.About You:7+ years’ PQE in Private Client law with strong technical expertise.Experience advising on wills, trusts, estate planning, IHT, and elderly client matters.Excellent communication skills and the ability to build long-term relationships.Commercially aware, proactive, and collaborative.Proven track record in business development and networking.Well organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines.STEP membership (or progress towards it) is desirable.Benefits & RewardsCompetitive salary with discretionary bonus.Private medical cover and pension scheme.Life assurance and income protection.Flexible holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional leave.Ongoing professional development and clear progression opportunities.Work–life balance: 9:00-17:30 with a one-hour lunch break.Strong support from paralegals and administrative staff, allowing you to focus on billable work (target: 25 billable hours per week).Significant emphasis on growth, with opportunities to gain international experience.