Private Client Lawyer - Senior Associate/ Partner in Guildford, Surrey

Private Client Lawyer - Senior Associate/ Partner in Guildford, Surrey

Guildford +1 Full-Time No working from home possible
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80000 - 110000 per annumRedhill, SurreyPermanentSenior Private Client Solicitor | 8+ PQE | Redhill, SurreyHere's what separates this from every other "senior" role: a Legal 500 regional firm isn't looking for someone to maintain what's already there. You'll step into a senior position within a well-established private client practice at a firm that's serious about succession and genuinely understands that partnership should be earned, not dangled as a vague someday promise. If you're an experienced Private Client Solicitor with a track record of building relationships, managing people, and bringing in work and you're ready for a firm that will actually back your progression to Partnership, this is it. Build your own practice while handling a strong flow of complex, rewarding private client workBring your own clients and benefit directly from that business developmentLead and mentor junior lawyers: shape how the team develops and operatesFeed the team: not just manage your own cases, but help junior lawyers grow and contributeDrive the Redhill office's growth and profile within the firm and marketFast-track to Partnership: clear, realistic pathway based on your performance, business contribution, and leadershipGenuine autonomy and influence: shape strategy, not just execute itYou'll work on wills, probate, estate administration, trusts for high-net-worth individuals and families, the kind of work that builds lasting client relationships and genuine expertise. The FirmA highly regarded Legal 500 regional firm with a genuine reputation built on long-standing client relationships and a collaborative, people-focused culture. Private client work sits at the heart of the practice and continues to attract high-quality instructions. They're building for the future and want someone with the capability and ambition to grow into Partnership. About You8+ PQE in Private Client lawProven track record of bringing in your own work and building client relationshipsManagement experience or genuine capability in this areaComfortable operating in a senior, visible leadership roleCommercial mindset: you understand business development and practice growthApproachable, relationship-driven, but commercially astuteAmbitious: motivated by genuine progression toward Partnership, not just salaryWhat's On OfferSalary reflecting your seniority and business contributionPerformance-based bonus on your own work and the team's growthClear and realistic route to Partnership for the right individualHybrid and flexible working with genuine autonomyGenuine influence over practice direction and strategyManagerial responsibility with proper supportLong-term stability: a firm that values people who want to build something lastingRedhill location with regional presence and strong market positionWhy This WorksThis firm is clear about what it wants: someone with the capability, experience, and ambition to become a partner. The hybrid working and flexibility reflect a firm that trusts its senior people to manage their own time and focus on delivering results, not presenteeism.

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GuildfordSurrey

Private Client Lawyer - Senior Associate/ Partner in Guildford, Surrey employer: JMC Legal Recruitment

Join a Legal 500-ranked regional firm in Cambridge that prioritises your professional growth and offers a vibrant, inclusive culture. With a focus on mentorship from experienced litigators and a commitment to meaningful work, you'll handle a diverse caseload while enjoying enhanced benefits like private healthcare and gym membership. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop your career in property litigation within a supportive and close-knit team environment.

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JMC Legal Recruitment Recruitment Team