Senior Associate/Legal Director, Private Client – Edinburgh

Practice Area: Trusts & Executry, Wills, Family Law, Planning, Private Client
Level: Associate, Full Time
Section: Law Firm
Location: Central Belt, Edinburgh
Ref: FW9816

We are pleased to be working with a well‑established Scottish law firm that is recruiting a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join its Private Client team in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced solicitor to take on a senior, client‑facing role within a supportive and reputable department known for delivering quality legal advice.

The role will involve working on a broad range of private client matters, including:

  • Handling wills, powers of attorney, executries, trusts, and wider estate planning
  • Managing a varied personal client caseload with minimal supervision
  • Providing clear, empathetic advice and maintaining strong client relationships
  • Supporting the department through mentoring, internal collaboration, and high‑quality service delivery

The firm is seeking a solicitor with around 10 years’ PQE, with strong experience across private client matters, particularly wills, POAs, and executries. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, strong knowledge of Scottish private client law, and experience in a client‑facing environment. Enthusiasm, professionalism, and the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues are essential. STEP membership is preferred, although the firm will support candidates who wish to obtain the qualification.

You will be joining a small, respected team with opportunities for advancement as the department continues to grow. The firm offers a welcoming environment with flexible working options, competitive salary, bonus potential, and generous annual leave. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior private client practitioner looking to further their career within a thriving practice.

If this role sounds of interest, please contact Cameron or Teddie for a confidential discussion. (Assignment 18252)

cameron@frasiawright.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-adrain-22a81627/

teddie@frasiawright.com https://uk.linkedin.com/in/teddie-wright-7b017ab7

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