Senior Associate/Director/Partner - Private Client
Greater Portsmouth Area
Legal Director - Private Client Department (AKA "Future Partner")
This is an opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic firm. You will be stepping into a role that offers significant responsibility from day one, with a clear path to leadership.
The position is designed for you to eventually become an equity director, within 18 months to 2 years.
You’ll be involved in growing the firm, contributing to its success, and becoming a key part of its leadership team.
The firm combines the high standards of a top-tier practice with the personal touch of a local law firm. This is an opportunity to work on complex cases that other local firms can’t provide, while fostering a supportive and close-knit team environment. With a clear vision for growth and succession planning, we’re looking for a driven Senior Associate or Junior Partner ready to take their career to the next level.
Your expertise will shine as you take on responsibilities in the Private Client department, you will manage a broad range of complex legal matters, including:
- Will drafting and administration
- Trusts and declarations of trust
- Estate administration and probate applications
- Foreign assets and cross-border estate issues
- Lifetime planning and inheritance tax advice
- Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) for property, finance, health, and welfare
- Court of Protection matters, including deputyship and statutory wills
Specialisation is encouraged, as many of the team members bring niche expertise to the firm. This will allow you to carve out your own space while supporting the overall growth of the team.
Who You Are:
- You have 5+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in private client law, although we may consider candidates slightly below this if they have the right experience and skillset.
- You’re proficient in handling a range of private client matters, including wills, trusts, probate, LPAs, and Court of Protection issues.
- You bring excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills, and you’re ready to contribute to the growth of the firm.
- You’ve been trained at a reputable firm and are looking for a new challenge in a firm that values both high-quality service and a personalised approach.
- You’re excited about the potential to lead, grow, and eventually take on an ownership role within the firm.
Why Others Have Chosen Us.
Key members of the team, came from larger firms but were attracted by the opportunity to be part of a smaller, dynamic firm where they could have a direct impact.
Coming from larger firms that was becoming compartmentalised and detached from their clientele, they missed the local, personal connection with clients. They found that our firm offers the best of both worlds—high-calibre work and a strong sense of community.
Your Future with Us:
In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you’ll have the chance to become a key leader in the firm.
This role offers a clear pathway to a Director position, and ultimately, equity partnership for the right candidate. You’ll be part of a firm that values your contributions, invests in your growth, and gives you the space to make a real impact.