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Jersey , Jersey

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Salary:

77000.00 - 120000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

A leading Channel Islands law firm is looking to appoint lawyers to join its growing Private Client practice. The firm is open to candidates from 1 PQE through to Senior Associate level and is keen to speak with lawyers who are looking to build a long-term career in an international private wealth environment. Lawyers joining the team will work on intellectually engaging matters, with a strong emphasis on technical development and good client responsibility. The firm offers a very progressive, supportive and collegiate working environment, with clear pathways for progression based on merit and performance. This is an excellent opportunity for private wealth lawyers seeking high-quality work, exposure to an international client base and the lifestyle and career advantages associated with practising in the Channel Islands.

Job Responsibility:

  • Advising a broad range of private clients and institutional parties on trust and private wealth matters with an international dimension
  • Work spans both advisory and transactional elements of private wealth practice
  • Involvement in the establishment, ongoing administration and restructuring of wealth-holding structures
  • Advice on succession and governance issues
  • Collaboration with advisers and intermediaries in multiple jurisdictions on cross-border matters

Requirements:

  • Qualified private client lawyer
  • Good experience in trusts work
  • Stable career history including good experience within a highly-rated London or top-tier national/regional UK private client team
  • 1+ PQE up to Senior Associate level

Nice to have:

Current/previous offshore law firm experience

What we offer:
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Relocation assistance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 10, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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