Senior Associate – Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Yeovil, Somerset | Hybrid & Flexible WorkingFull-Time | 4+ PQE | Structured Path to Partnership
This respected law firm in Somerset is actively looking to recruit a Senior Associate within its Private Client department. This is a standout opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with 4+ years’ post-qualification experience, looking to join a firm that offers high-calibre work, team leadership opportunities and a clear route to partnership.
What You Can Expect:
- Access to top-tier private client work, including high-net-worth individuals and complex estates
- Structured development plan toward partnership – clearly defined, not lip service
- Join at Senior Associate level and take ownership of your career
- Flexible hybrid working model – split your time between home and the office
- A genuinely collaborative and forward-thinking culture
- Established caseload to build up on
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a broad private client caseload including:
- Drafting Wills
- Handling full estate administration
- Trusts and inheritance tax planning
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Court of Protection experience beneficial but not essential
- Work with high-net-worth clients on complex asset structures
- Mentor and oversee junior fee earners across multiple office locations (if required)
- Contribute to team strategy and development
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 4 years’ PQE
- Strong background in Private Client law – including Wills, Probate, LPA and estate planning
- Ideally STEP qualified or working towards it (not essential)
- Excellent client-facing and mentoring skills
- Proactive, organised and capable of working independently with full admin support
Benefits Package:
- 30 days holiday + birthday off + holiday buy/sell scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Bonus structure based on performance and contribution
- Private healthcare, life assurance and income protection
- Secretarial and paralegal support to help you focus on fee earning
- Modern approach to hybrid and flexible working
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're a Senior Private Client lawyer looking for a role with progression, quality work and a supportive team – this is your move.
Click Apply Now to upload your CV.Alternatively, contact Paul Norman at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion about this opportunity and others across the South West legal market.