Senior Associate – Private Client Edinburgh or Glasgow (hybrid working available) Permanent | Full‑time (35 hours, Mon–Fri) An award‑winning Scottish law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Private Client / Estate Planning team. This is a senior, visible role within a partner‑led department, offering genuine scope to lead, influence, and shape the future direction of the team. This opportunity will suit a confident Private Client lawyer who enjoys complex, high‑quality work, values strong client relationships, and is motivated by mentoring and developing others. You’ll work closely with Partners and a multidisciplinary Private Client team comprising Solicitors, Trainees, Paralegals and Legal Assistants. The work is varied, high calibre, and often complex, with a strong focus on executry matters, alongside wills, powers of attorney, trusts and inheritance tax planning. Key Responsibilities: Managing a substantial and predominantly executry‑focused caseload with minimal supervision Advising clients on wills, powers of attorney, trusts and estate planning, tailored to individual circumstances Supervising and mentoring fee earners and support staff, including close supervision of trainees Providing technical guidance and internal training within the team Supporting Partners with team performance, financial reporting, resourcing and growth initiatives Contributing to business development, cross‑referrals and client relationship management Reviewing and improving policies, precedents and internal processes Ensuring compliance with regulatory, risk and professional standards About You Circa 7+ years’ PQE within Private Client / Estate Planning Strong technical expertise across executries, wills, POAs, trusts and inheritance tax Proven experience supervising, delegating and reviewing the work of others Commercially astute with sound billing, WIP and financial management skills Highly organised with the ability to manage a demanding caseload A natural leader with a collaborative mindset and a genuine commitment to developing people Empathetic, professional and client‑focused, particularly when handling sensitive matters You’ll be joining a firm recognised as a top Scottish employer for its culture, development and wellbeing, playing a key role in a growing and well‑respected Private Client practice with clear progression pathways, a high level of autonomy, strong Partner support, and a genuinely inclusive, people‑led culture.