Private Client Associate Solicitor

Private Client Senior Associate/Partner Designate – Reading

A leading Chambers-ranked Legal 200 law firm in Reading is looking for an experienced Senior Associate Private Client Solicitor to join its growing team, with a clear and supported route to Partnership.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Private Client Lawyer who wants to combine high-quality work, leadership responsibility and genuine career progression in a collaborative Thames Valley firm.

The Role

You will advise a loyal and high-net-worth client base on a broad range of private client matters, including:

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• Wills and estate planning
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• Trusts and inheritance tax planning
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• Probate and estate administration
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• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
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• Court of Protection and mental capacity matters
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As a senior member of the team, you will also:

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• Support the strategic growth of the Private Client department
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• Mentor and supervise Junior Solicitors and Trainees
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• Build and maintain strong client relationships
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• Contribute to business development and networking initiatives
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What We’re Looking For

You will likely have:

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• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 10+ years’ PQE in private client law
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• Strong technical expertise in complex estates, trusts and tax planning
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• Experience handling high-value probate and succession matters
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• Excellent client care and relationship management skills
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• Supervisory or mentoring experience within a legal team
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• Ambition to progress to Partner level within a respected firm
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Experience with Court of Protection work would be advantageous but is not essential.

What’s on Offer?

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• Salary: £75,000–£100,000 depending on experience
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• Performance-related bonus and comprehensive benefits package
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• Private healthcare and enhanced pension
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• Hybrid working and flexible hours for work-life balance
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• Clear and supported pathway to Partnership
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• Friendly, team-focused culture with regular social and charity events
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• Modern central Reading offices with excellent transport links
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Why Apply?

This role offers the chance to join a highly regarded Legal 200 private client team handling sophisticated work for high-net-worth individuals and families. You’ll benefit from genuine autonomy, strong leadership support and a transparent route into the partnership.

Apply Now

To apply for this Senior Associate Private Client Solicitor – Partner Designate role, please submit your CV today or contact us in confidence for more information.

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