Senior Associate - Wills and Estates

Advance Human Resources
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
A$160,000-A$180,000 p/a
Above market
Legal → Law Firm Generalists
Full-time
Hybrid

Posted 18 days ago


This highly reputable firm are seeking an experienced Senior Associate – Wills & Estates to join our established and highly regarded private client team.

With a long-standing reputation for delivering practical, high-quality legal advice, the firm works with individuals, families, business owners and professionals across a broad range of legal matters. With a collaborative approach and strong referral networks provide a consistent flow of quality work and the opportunity to develop lasting client relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer who enjoys working closely with clients, managing sophisticated estate planning matters and contributing to the growth of a well-established practice.

You will advise clients on a diverse range of matters, including:

Estate planning, including complex wills and testamentary trusts

Asset protection and succession planning

Powers of Attorney and Advance Care Directives

Probate and Letters of Administration

Estate administration

Family provision and contested estate matters

Trust and succession advice for individuals, families and business owners

Working collaboratively with colleagues across property, commercial and dispute resolution to deliver holistic client outcomes

Developing and maintaining referral relationships with accountants, financial advisers and other professional networks

Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the continued success of the team

You will bring:

At least 5 years' post-admission experience practising in Wills & Estates

Strong technical expertise across estate planning and estate administration

The ability to manage matters independently from instruction through to completion

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

A commercial, pragmatic approach to client service

A collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in mentoring others

Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail

Experience in estate litigation or advising business owners and high-net-worth clients will be highly regarded.

Joining our firm means becoming part of a team that values professionalism, collaboration and long-term career development. We offer:

High-quality and varied private client work

A supportive and collegiate team environment

Genuine opportunities for career progression and leadership

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing professional development and mentoring

Competitive remuneration aligned with experience

Modern systems and experienced administrative support

Our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where lawyers are empowered to build meaningful client relationships, develop their expertise and make a lasting impact. If you are looking for a role that offers quality work, autonomy and the opportunity to be part of a respected and growing practice, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and what interests you about this opportunity. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.


About Advance Human Resources

Gladesville, NSW, Australia

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