Private Client Senior Associate

Company: JMC Legal Recruitment
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Overview

In this Bristol-based Private Client Senior Associate role, you’ll build and lead your own practice within a boutique firm. You’ll work in a focused private client environment, supported by experienced lawyers and a national referral network to handle complex matters. The role emphasizes autonomy, ownership, and rapid progression toward Partnership as you establish your reputation in the Bristol market. This is a unique platform to shape your career and client base with clear growth trajectories.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and grow your own private client practice from day one
  • Build relationships with clients and referral networks to generate high-quality work
  • Manage and advise on complex private client matters including estate planning, wealth structuring, Court of Protection, and contentious issues
  • Contribute to the growth of the Bristol office and its private client offering
  • Operate with autonomy within a boutique, non-hierarchical environment
  • Progress toward Partnership based on ambition and contribution

Key requirements

  • Significant experience in private client work
  • Ambition to develop own client base
  • Ability to take ownership and drive progress in a boutique setting
  • Proven track record of building professional relationships
  • autonomy
  • entrepreneurial mindset
  • relationship-building
  • estate planning
  • wealth structuring
  • Court of Protection

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Posted: September 30th, 2026