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Private Client Partner

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, Guildford

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Category:
Legal

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Not provided

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Salary:

60000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Are you a seasoned Private Client lawyer looking for a new challenge at a prestigious Legal 500 firm? As a Private Client Partner, you will play a pivotal role in the firms highly regarded team, offering expert legal advice to high-net-worth individuals and families. You will manage a varied caseload that includes estate planning and administration, wills, probate, and trusts, tax advice, including inheritance tax planning, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection work, advising on succession planning for business owners. You will also be responsible for managing and developing client relationships, supervising junior lawyers, and contributing to the continued growth of the department.

Job Responsibility:

  • Offering expert legal advice to high-net-worth individuals and families
  • Managing a varied caseload that includes estate planning and administration, wills, probate, and trusts, tax advice, including inheritance tax planning, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection work, advising on succession planning for business owners
  • Managing and developing client relationships
  • Supervising junior lawyers
  • Contributing to the continued growth of the department

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 7+ years PQE in Private Client law
  • Proven experience in managing a busy caseload of complex private client matters
  • A strong track record of business development and networking
  • A STEP qualification (desirable but not essential)
  • Excellent leadership and mentoring skills
  • A proactive, client-focused approach with the ability to build and maintain lasting relationships

Nice to have:

A STEP qualification

What we offer:
  • Clear path to equity partnership
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture
  • Excellent career development opportunities within a Legal 500-ranked firm
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 04, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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