Senior Associate - Private Client in Edinburgh

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Private Client Solicitor (4+ PQE) to join a leading Scottish national firm in their modern Edinburgh office. This is a chance to grow your career in a prominent national firm that will offer you clear career development pathways, exposure to top-quality work and clients as well as a lucrative salary package.

This well-known law firm is well-regarded for its expertise in a variety of practice areas, including commercial and corporate law, dispute resolution, employment law, property and private client services. They will always make sure they accommodate clients, putting customer care at the forefront of how they run their business and ensuring they are always building long-term relationships across the UK.

All employees have a bank of knowledge, making them market experts in each of their fields. This ensures clients always receive the most up-to-date, relevant market information to deal with their cases effectively. Working as a team, you will collaborate on larger cases, meaning you work closely with colleagues, boosting your sector knowledge and building your reputation as a reliable, well-informed Solicitor.

The award-winning Private Client team is making significant strides in the industry, offering an exciting opportunity to join a thriving team, set up for continued success and career growth. With a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and a clear career development pathway, this firm stands out for its welcoming, friendly, and motivated work environment, which employees praise as a key factor in its success compared to competitors.

If you are an ambitious and driven professional, who is seeking to work for a supportive firm, this is a truly unparalleled opportunity. You will be able to develop a depth of expertise that could see you ascend to the top of the legal profession in Private Client.

Upon joining this firm, you will become part of a highly respected, knowledgeable Private Client department. The firm is looking for someone who has 4+ years of PQE based in Private Client work and has had exposure to top-quality clients to become part of their Tier 2, L500 department. You will constantly be offered a refreshing mix of Private Client work, offering relevant advice on asset protection, tax planning, wills and executries.

Having offices based across much of Scotland, you will always see a diverse range of private clients work and be exposed to complex private client matters. Working directly with experienced Partners in your team, you will be in a strong position to develop professionally as you progress through a leading Scottish-based firm and continue to gain an array of market knowledge. Seize this opportunity to elevate your career by joining an L500 ranked firm that offers clear career prospects, unparalleled benefits and a lucrative salary.

Ideal Candidate

• A 4+ PQE Private Client Solicitor with an ambition to succeed in the industry.
• Able to handle a diverse set of cases and collaborate with a wide range of clients, with a keen interest in fostering and growing client relationships.
• Is technically strong with up-to-date and relevant Private Client knowledge.
• Has excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with colleagues and clients alike.

What’s on offer

• Working for a highly regarded firm with an award-winning culture.
• Clear progression potential.
• A flexible working culture allows you to work in a way that best suits you.
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work.
• First-rate career development opportunities.
• Attractive salary.
• Excellent package including financial protection benefits, well-being considerations and generous holiday/leave entitlements.