Private Client Knowledge Lawyer

Private Client Knowledge Lawyer

London hybrid

A well established London law firm is seeking a experienced Private Client Knowledge Lawyer to join its private wealth practice. The position would suit either an existing Professional Support Lawyer or a senior private client fee earner looking to pivot away from fee earning.

The Opportunity

The role sits within a respected Private Client & Tax practice advising high net worth individuals, families, trustees and family offices including clients with complex international interests. There is a strong cross border element to the work with particular involvement in the US and the Middle East.

The Role

• Acting as a technical and knowledge resource for private client fee earners
• Maintaining and developing precedents, practice notes and internal guidance
• Monitoring and communicating legal developments in private client and tax
• Supporting and delivering internal training
• Helping produce client facing updates and thought leadership
• Working closely with partners on complex or novel technical issues

Candidate Profile

• Qualified private client lawyer (England & Wales or equivalent)
• Typically 5-8+ PQE
• Strong technical grounding in private client work
• Suitable for:
  • An established Private Client PSL, or
  • A senior associate / counsel level fee earner seeking a knowledge led role
• Clear communicator with strong drafting skills
• Interest in training, technical development and legal innovation

Why Consider It

• High quality private wealth practice
• Intellectually stimulating, strategic role
• Reduced or no billing pressure
• Collaborative, collegiate environment
• Opportunity to shape knowledge and standards across the team