Associate in Chelmsford

The FirmTees Law is a Top 200 UK law firm, with over 400 dedicated professionals across our five offices. We offer expert legal services and independent financial advice to a wide range of clients, including individuals, businesses, professional partnerships, charities, schools, multi-academy trusts, and national corporations. Founded in 1913, Tees has grown from a traditional family firm with strong community roots into a modern, forward-thinking practice. Our vision is simple: to be the firm of choice for exceptional service, quality of life and doing business responsibly. At Tees, we believe in open, honest, and empathetic communication. No matter how complex the situation, we offer clear, long-term solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Drawing on over a century of experience, we proactively anticipate challenges and share insights to help our clients achieve a better future. Our mission: helping people to a better future.

Are you an experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive looking for the next step in your career? We're seeking a talented Associate to join our well-established Private Client team in Chelmsford. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a high-quality and varied caseload while building lasting client relationships, mentoring junior colleagues, and playing a key role in the continued growth of the team. Working alongside Partners and senior colleagues, you'll advise clients on a broad range of private client matters and contribute to the firm's reputation for delivering exceptional client service.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage a complex portfolio of private client matters with limited supervision.
• Advise clients on wills, trusts, probate, estate administration and inheritance tax planning.
• Handle Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection matters and trust administration.
• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Build strong client and introducer relationships and identify opportunities to add value.
• Contribute to networking, marketing and business development activities.
• Support continuous improvement through the use of technology and efficient working practices.
• Keep up to date with developments in Private Client law and share knowledge across the team.

What we are looking for:

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX).
• Strong technical knowledge of wills, trusts, probate and estate planning.
• Ability to manage complex matters independently.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and client care skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development.

Our commitment to you:

• Professional development: Access to training programmes and a wide range of career development resources.
• Health and wellness: Wellness initiatives and mental health support to help you thrive both in and out of work.
• Financial benefits: Competitive salaries and discretionary payments.
• Supportive work environment: An inclusive, collaborative culture that values diversity and encourages everyone to contribute and grow.
• Work–life balance: Generous annual leave, plus your birthday off to celebrate in your own way, with the option to purchase additional holiday for even greater flexibility.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, inclusive of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, socioeconomic background, caregiving responsibilities, and any other lived experience that makes you uniquely you.