Private Client Senior Associate in Guildford

Osnaburgh is instructed on a confidential basis by a highly regarded international law firm with a top‑ranked Private Client practice.

About the Role

The firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate (4+ PQE) to join its UK Private Client team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract covering a period of maternity leave. This is a senior, hands‑on role within a supportive and well‑established team and requires a lawyer who can operate with confidence, manage complex matters independently, and supervise junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on UK succession, estate, and tax planning matters
• Managing estate administration and probate work independently
• Running a varied caseload efficiently and commercially
• Drafting complex legal documents with minimal supervision, using appropriate precedents
• Applying a practical and commercial approach to legal research and advice delivery
• Supervising, delegating to, and supporting junior members of the team
• Participating in client‑facing activities such as meetings, seminars, and presentations
• Contributing to team knowledge, precedents, and know‑how initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant SRA standards, regulations, and principles

Qualifications

• Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent, including CILEX)
• A minimum of 4 years’ PQE in Private Client work
• Strong estate administration and probate experience (essential)
• Solid technical knowledge of UK succession and tax planning
• Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail
• Strong professional judgement and commercial awareness
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with the ability to work autonomously
• A STEP qualification is advantageous but not essential

Working Pattern & Package

• Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office
• Very competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of experience

For a confidential discussion about this role, please get in touch.