Private Client Partner
Posted 1 day 13 hours ago by Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
£65,000 - £85,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Surrey, Guildford, United Kingdom, GU1 1
Job Description
Position: Private Client PartnerLocation: Guildford, UKSalary: £80,000 + benefits Are you a seasoned Private Client lawyer looking for a new challenge at a prestigious Legal 500 firm? The Role: 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
- 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
- A competitive salary of around £80,000 (DOE)
- 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