Job Description

Role:

Associate Solicitor

, Private Client

Place of work:

Edinburgh or

Glasgow

Contract type: Permanent, 35 hours

Working Hours: Monday Friday, 9am 5pm

Jones Whyte are looking for an experienced Associate Solicitor to join our Private Client department, specifically within our Estate Planning team. We are seeking someone who can demonstrate strong leadership qualities and bring a wealth of experience. Successful candidates will enjoy a high level of client and team interaction - personally managing a varied and often complex caseload of work, while working closely with the responsible Partner in supervising the Solicitors, Paralegals and other team members including Trainee Solicitors.

Why Join Us?

Jones Whyte is proud to have been recognised as the

Scottish Top Employer of the Year

at The Herald and s1jobs Top Employer Awards 2025. This award reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive one that values career development, wellbeing, inclusivity, innovation, and community impact. As a firm, were dedicated to fostering an environment where every team member feels supported, empowered, and part of something meaningful.
As we expand, were looking for a talented individual to play a pivotal role in our Private Client departments success. This is your chance to shine, contribute your expertise, and grow alongside a company thats invested in your development.

The Role

Ross Anderson - one of our Partners, leads the Estate Planning team which is comprised of Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and accredited Paralegals. Additionally, the team receives valuable assistance from highly skilled Legal Assistants providing administrative support. With Ross being dual qualified in both Scots law and English law, the work that the department undertakes is varied and services clients throughout the UK. Specialisms are encouraged, and we seek to cross-refer work from our complimentary departments to increase client loyalty.


As an Associate Solicitor within our Private Client department, you will be working with a partner-led team of professionals who have a range of skills and expertise. We strive for high client satisfaction, which is a key focus for the entire firm.


Candidates should be a strong leader and also a team player with excellent communication and technical skills. We maintain a close working relationship with both our clients and a network of experts in relevant fields. The role presents an opportunity for the right person to develop personally and professionally within the firm through promotion and capability development. There is also flexibility for this role to be based out of our Edinburgh or Glasgow office.

Key Responsibilities:

Handling a large caseload with minimal supervision. Managing the set up of Wills, Powers of Attorney and Trusts, while advising clients in relation to their personal circumstances. Supervising the team of both fee-earners and administrators (including the delegation of day-to-day tasks), with close supervision of the Trainee Solicitors within the team. Reporting to the responsible Partner, while collaborating together in the growth and development of the team. Cross-selling other legal and non-legal services. Reviewing existing policies, practices and precedents. Offering technical advice, guidance and support to all staff within the department. Actively participate in business development opportunities and support our Partners to continuously drive forward business opportunities.

Requirements:

4 years + PQE. Comprehensive technical knowledge of Wills, POAs, Trusts, Deeds of Variation and Inheritance Tax. Diligent, hard-working, and committed to providing clients with the best outcome. Adaptability to both independent work and collaborative teamwork. Strong organisational abilities with efficient caseload management. Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate appropriately with both clients and peers at varying levels of seniority. Natural compassion and empathy - exemplifying kindness and care, particularly in all client interaction. Excellent networking capabilities. A can do attitude. Sound Commercial and Financial skills, taking responsibility for regular billing and work in progress.

Desirable but Not Essential:

STEP Qualification. Dual Qualification in both Scottish and English Law.

Company Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salary Company Pension Scheme Company Bonus Scheme Excellent Company Maternity and Paternity Benefits 23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays. Including closing over Christmas & New Year. Holiday Loyalty Scheme: Earn an additional 5 days holiday. Buy and Sell up to 3 holiday days each year Hybrid Working (on completion of office-based training) Company Staff Referral Scheme Wellbeing Support Annual Company Day Out and Quarterly team nights/days out * Early finish on your birthday