Position: Senior Associate - Private Client (8PQE+) 
Location: Bournemouth 
Role: Full-time (hybrid) 
Salary: From £60,000 DOE 

Overview 
A well-regarded, Legal 500 law firm based in Bournemouth, is looking to grow its trusted Private Client team. Providing clear, sound advice to individual clients and families in relation to a range of complex affairs, the Private Client team collaborates closely with their other specialist teams, including Property, if client matters require these services to achieve their end goal. 

What? 
The job role requires you to have significant experience in advising high net worth clients in relation to Wills, lifetime tax planning, business property, trusts and estate administration, with a particular emphasis on trust related work. 

You 
The role requires a candidate with a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience gained in a reputable private client team, ideally holding STEP accreditation. The successful applicant will possess first-class technical skills, exceptional client care abilities, and advanced communication skills, both oral and written. They should demonstrate the capacity to work effectively as part of a successful team or independently, as well as a willingness to contribute to the ongoing development of the team. 

Why? 
This is a great opportunity to be part of a prestigious Private Client team, offering a diverse case work. With a supportive culture and emphasis on career growth and development opportunities. Rewards include flexible working, 33 days of holiday (pro-rated for part-time), a Royal London pension, salary reviews, and sick pay from day one. Benefits feature free eye tests, an employee assistance program with 24/7 GP access, BUPA menopause support, legal service discounts, financial advice, paid memberships, and a referral scheme. The Social Committee organises events, and the firm supports mental health as a Mindful Employer with in-house Mental Health First Aiders. 

To apply for this position, please send an updated CV to mohamed.hamza@qedlegal.com. 
For a confidential chat regarding this position, or an overview of the Southwest legal market, reach out to 07300 236070.