Senior Associate

Henderson Scott · Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Senior Associate at Henderson Scott, based in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, paying £70,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£70,000 per annum
Location
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
28 Oct 2026
Sector
Solicitor

Bang in line with the market for solicitor

Reference BBBH142305

About the role

Private Client Senior Associate (6+ PQE)

📍 Wolverhampton | Full-Time

Join one of the region's leading Private Client teams and take the next step in your career.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor (6+ PQE) to join a highly regarded and growing Private Client team in Wolverhampton.

This role is ideal for an established lawyer looking to build on their success within a supportive, ambitious and forward-thinking environment. You'll benefit from high-quality work, a strong and loyal client base, and genuine long-term progression opportunities.

The Role

You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload including:

✅ Wills and Estate Planning
✅ Probate and Estate Administration
✅ Trust Creation and Administration
✅ Lasting Powers of Attorney
✅ Inheritance Tax Planning
✅ Succession and Wealth Preservation Planning

Beyond fee-earning, you will play an active role in developing relationships with clients, intermediaries and professional referrers, helping to further strengthen the firm's presence across the Black Country region.

About You

You will be:

  • A UK Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 6 years' PQE in Private Client.
  • Technically strong across wills, probate, trusts and estate administration.
  • Comfortable managing a varied caseload independently.
  • Commercially minded, with an interest in networking and business development.
  • An excellent communicator with strong client care skills.
  • Organised, proactive and solutions-focused.
  • Ambitious and looking for a role that offers genuine career progression.

STEP qualification, or a willingness to work towards it, would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

⭐ Join a highly respected and established Private Client team

⭐ Work alongside recognised specialists in the field

⭐ Access to high-quality work and an established client base

⭐ Clear and achievable career progression opportunities

⭐ Supportive, collaborative and people-focused culture

⭐ Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package

⭐ Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of a successful department

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor seeking high-quality work, career development and the chance to make a real impact within a thriving and ambitious team.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.

Reference: BBBH142305 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 28 Oct 2026 · Listed via Henderson Scott

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