426 Private Wealth jobs in the United Kingdom

Private Wealth Associate/ Senior Associate

Exeter

Chadwick Nott have recently received instruction from a highly regarded and leading South West law firm, who boast a strong presence both in the UK and internationally. This award-winning firm are looking for an experienced Private Client Senior Associate/Associate to join their growing private wealth team.

As part of their national team, you will have the opportunity to work with international, HNW and UHNW clients and develop your career alongside leading Private Client Lawyers. The work will span the full range of Private Client matters including complex wills, probate, trust and estate working with a range of clients, from families and individuals to trustees and advisory firms.

Your duties will include

• Estate and asset protection planning
• Drafting wills, including tax-efficient options and trusts
• Creating and advising on onshore trusts
• Probate and estate administration
• Powers of attorney and Court of Protection matters

The ideal candidate will have around 6 years PQE and a solid grounding in Private Client work from a reputable firm. Strong technical and communication skills are essential. Whilst STEP qualified is desired, it is not essential.

You must be able to independently manage your own caseload whilst providing training and supervision to junior team members and can expect to play an active role in business development.

In return, you can expect a market leading salary, competitive benefits and flexible hybrid working at a firm where you can continue develop your career with a clear platform for progression.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

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Associate – Private Wealth Disputes - 4+ PQE - Location: Ideally Norwich or Ipswich based

Are you ready to take your Private Wealth Disputes experience to the next level?

Join our Tier 1 Legal 500 and Band 2 Chambers & Partners ranked Private Wealth Disputes team, where you’ll work on high-profile, complex matters alongside some of the most respected names in the field.

About the Team

Led by Polly Stephenson , a Band 1 Chambers-ranked partner with over 25 years of experience, our team handles a wide range of challenging and high-value disputes. From multi-jurisdictional estate issues to Court of Appeal cases, we’re known for delivering exceptional results for our clients. You’ll be joining a close-knit, high-performing team that includes senior associate Gino Ballestracci (an accredited mediator and “Associate to Watch”), junior solicitors and paralegals.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll play a key role in advising on a broad spectrum of private wealth disputes, including:

• Will validity challenges
• Contentious estate and trust administration
• Inheritance Act claims
• Executor/trustee removal actions
• Proprietary estoppel and TOLATA claims

Your role will include:

• Managing your own caseload and supporting colleagues
• Drafting detailed technical legal documents, reports, deeds, settlement agreements and correspondence
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and courts
• Attending court hearings and mediations
• Conducting legal research and staying up to date with developments, attending seminars and webinars
• Supporting trainees and paralegals
• Building meaningful relationships with peers within our practice area, including Chancery barristers
• Assisting the team in developing its knowledge and reputation by internal and external marketing including for use on the firm’s social media platforms and website
• Preparing articles and case studies, as well as attending and hosting events

You’ll manage your own caseload, support colleagues, attend court hearings and mediations and contribute to the team’s knowledge and business development efforts. This is a fantastic opportunity to build strong client relationships, develop your expertise and make a real impact.

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from forward thinking Associates or CILEx-qualified lawyers with 4+ years’ PQE who are:

• Passionate about private wealth disputes
• Skilled in managing complex caseloads
• Confident communicators with a client-first mindset
• Eager to grow, learn and support others
• Proactive in business development and networking

Your Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• At least four years’ post qualification experience
• Strong knowledge of contentious probate and trusts
• Familiarity with the Civil Procedure Rules
• Excellent legal, analytical and organisational skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a sometimes pressurised environment
• A collaborative, highly motivated and “can-do” work style
• Ability to use discretion with a positive and enthusiastic approach to teamwork
• A genuine interest in and commitment to business development

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a team that’s not only highly ranked but also genuinely supportive and ambitious. We offer a stimulating caseload, opportunities for growth and a culture that values collaboration, development and excellence.

Private Client Associate / Senior Associate - Exeter
Salary: Up to 85,000
Hybrid: 2 days a week in the office

Looking for the quality of city work, but without the city lifestyle? This role offers the best of both worlds.

We're working with an international law firm that's known for its collaborative culture and forward-thinking approach. You'll be part of a global network but what makes this firm stand out is that high-value, complex work isn't gatekept in London. Instead, their teams work seamlessly across locations, meaning Exeter lawyers enjoy exposure to the same top-tier work as their city counterparts.

The Opportunity:

This is a chance to join a thriving private client team in Exeter, advising on a wide range of matters from wills, trusts, estate planning, and probate, through to powers of attorney, Court of Protection issues and international estate structuring. You'll be part of a growing department that works closely with colleagues across the firm, giving you genuine variety and the chance to build deep expertise in cross-border and tax-efficient planning.

The Exeter office itself has been at the heart of the region's legal community for 40 years. With over 150 staff locally and a strong partner presence, you'll benefit from both the resources of a global firm and the close-knit feel of a regional office.

What We Are Looking For:

• Qualified Associate or Senior Associate Lawyer with 5+ years' PQE in private client work
• Experienced across wills, trusts, probate, tax planning, Court of Protection matters and estate administration, with exposure to international elements
• STEP qualified (or working towards it) is highly desirable
• A strong communicator with a client-first approach
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

What Is in It for You?

• Competitive salary (depending on experience) and a discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working - only two days a week in the office

• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave , plus enhanced family-friendly support (maternity, paternity, adoption, etc.)
• Private medical insurance (from 6 months), plus dental and health cash plans , income protection, employee assistance and life assurance
• A culture of investment in you - annual development plans, training budgets, and clear routes for progression

• City-quality work on a national and international scale, with the lifestyle benefits of living in Devon

• Perks like cycle-to-work, mortgage services, will writing, and a flexible benefits portal to tailor your rewards

• A genuinely supportive culture that values individuality, inclusion and wellbeing
• The chance to work on multi-jurisdictional matters through the firm's international offices and global network

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Private Client Associate / Senior Associate - Exeter
Salary: Up to 85,000
Hybrid: 2 days a week in the office

Looking for the quality of city work, but without the city lifestyle? This role offers the best of both worlds.

We're working with an international law firm that's known for its collaborative culture and forward-thinking approach. You'll be part of a global network but what makes this firm stand out is that high-value, complex work isn't gatekept in London. Instead, their teams work seamlessly across locations, meaning Exeter lawyers enjoy exposure to the same top-tier work as their city counterparts.

The Opportunity:

This is a chance to join a thriving private client team in Exeter, advising on a wide range of matters from wills, trusts, estate planning, and probate, through to powers of attorney, Court of Protection issues and international estate structuring. You'll be part of a growing department that works closely with colleagues across the firm, giving you genuine variety and the chance to build deep expertise in cross-border and tax-efficient planning.

The Exeter office itself has been at the heart of the region's legal community for 40 years. With over 150 staff locally and a strong partner presence, you'll benefit from both the resources of a global firm and the close-knit feel of a regional office.

What We Are Looking For:

• Qualified Associate or Senior Associate Lawyer with 5+ years' PQE in private client work
• Experienced across wills, trusts, probate, tax planning, Court of Protection matters and estate administration, with exposure to international elements
• STEP qualified (or working towards it) is highly desirable
• A strong communicator with a client-first approach
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

What Is in It for You?

• Competitive salary (depending on experience) and a discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working - only two days a week in the office

• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave , plus enhanced family-friendly support (maternity, paternity, adoption, etc.)
• Private medical insurance (from 6 months), plus dental and health cash plans , income protection, employee assistance and life assurance
• A culture of investment in you - annual development plans, training budgets, and clear routes for progression

• City-quality work on a national and international scale, with the lifestyle benefits of living in Devon

• Perks like cycle-to-work, mortgage services, will writing, and a flexible benefits portal to tailor your rewards

• A genuinely supportive culture that values individuality, inclusion and wellbeing
• The chance to work on multi-jurisdictional matters through the firm's international offices and global network

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.