Reference Number:
DJ/158005/3101
Posted:
31st January 2026
Senior Associate - Trusts, Estates & Tax | Leading National Law Firm | Birmingham
BCL Legal are excited to be working with a leading national law firm as they look to recruit a Senior Associate into their highly ranked Trusts, Estates and Tax team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced private client lawyer to join a nationally recognised practice advising high and ultra-high net worth individuals on complex and high-quality matters.
About the Role
The Birmingham-based Trusts, Estates and Tax team is seeking a Senior Associate-level lawyer, typically circa 3-7 PQE, to support its continued growth. The team advises on a broad range of trust, estate and tax planning matters and works closely with colleagues across a large national private client practice.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
Advising high and ultra-high net worth clients on trusts, estates and tax planning matters.
Handling the administration of trusts and estates, including complex and high-value matters.
Working collaboratively with colleagues nationally on specialist areas such as contested estates, mental capacity issues, cross-border estates and agricultural property.
Supporting wider private wealth initiatives, working alongside corporate, tax, agricultural and family teams to deliver holistic advice to business owners.
Supervising and mentoring junior team members as part of your role.
Contributing to business development and client relationship-building activities, with support and encouragement from the firm.
This role offers exposure to top-quality instructions, early responsibility and the chance to work closely with recognised leaders in the private client field.
The Team
The Trusts, Estates and Tax team is part of the firm's broader Private Client Services offering and is consistently ranked Tier 1 in the leading legal directories. The national team is well known for its depth of expertise, collaborative culture and ability to handle highly complex private client work.
About You
To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:
Relevant post-qualification experience at Senior Associate level (circa 3-7 PQE).
Strong experience advising on trusts, estates and tax matters, including trust administration.
A proven ability to manage matters efficiently, meet client expectations and deliver high-quality advice.
Sound financial and case management skills.
Confidence using IT systems, including case management, electronic time recording and Microsoft packages.
A proactive, self-starting approach with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A collaborative mindset and the ability to embody strong professional values.
Why Apply?
This is a standout opportunity to join a top-tier private client practice within a firm that genuinely invests in its people and supports long-term career development. The firm offers:
A competitive salary and benefits package.
High-quality work for sophisticated private clients.
Strong national support and collaboration.
Real opportunities for progression, supervision and business development.
An inclusive, values-led and supportive working culture.
If you are a private client lawyer looking to take the next step within a highly regarded Trusts, Estates and Tax team, this role offers both quality of work and career progression.
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For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or to submit your CV for consideration, please get in touch.
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