Associate Private Client Lawyer

Henderson Scott · Salisbury, Wiltshire

Associate Private Client Lawyer at Henderson Scott, based in Salisbury, Wiltshire, paying £58,000 - £68,000 per annum. This is a contract role.

Salary
£58,000 - £68,000 per annum
Location
Salisbury, Wiltshire
Contract
Contract
Posted
2 weeks ago
Closes
26 Aug 2026
Sector
Solicitor

8% below the typical rate for solicitor

Reference BBBH141309

About the role

Associate - Private Client (Wills, Probate & Estate Planning)

Location: Salisbury
Experience: 3-5 PQE
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Full Remuneration Package: £58,000-£68,000 DOE

The Role

  • Drafting Wills and advising on estate planning
  • Probate and estate administration
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Trust creation and administration
  • Tax and succession planning
  • Advising high-net-worth individuals and families on complex private client matters

  • Support and mentor junior members of the team
  • Assist with technical guidance and knowledge sharing across the department
  • Play an active role in business development and networking
  • Help shape the continued growth and strategy of the Private Client team

About You

  • Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
  • 3-5 years' PQE in Private Client law
  • Strong technical knowledge across Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Planning
  • Experience advising on tax planning and complex estates would be advantageous
  • Excellent client care and communication skills
  • Commercially minded with an enthusiasm for networking and business development
  • STEP qualified, or working towards STEP, would be desirable
  • Collaborative, ambitious and keen to contribute to the development of the wider team

What's On Offer

  • Full remuneration package of £58,000-£68,000 DOE
  • High-quality Private Client work with HNW exposure
  • Clear progression within a growing and highly regarded firm
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Mentoring and leadership opportunities
  • Hybrid working with a minimum of three days in the office
  • Ongoing professional development and STEP support

Reference: BBBH141309 · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 26 Aug 2026 · Listed via Henderson Scott

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