Associate Partner - Private Client

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Salary from £90,000+

Performance-related bonus

Progression opportunities

Permanent, full-time

Job summary

[Legal 500 Firm] in Central London is seeking an experienced Non-Contentious Private Client Solicitor at Associate Partner level to lead and grow the team. The role includes managing high-net-worth matters, mentoring juniors, and shaping the strategic direction of the department.

You will handle complex private client work, build client relationships, and contribute to business development while enjoying hybrid working and clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 8+ years PQE in private client law.
• Experience advising high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Strong experience handling non-contentious private client matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied non-contentious private client caseload.
• Advise high-net-worth individuals and families on wills, trusts and estate planning.
• Deliver technically excellent advice across wills, trusts and estate planning matters.
• Mentor junior solicitors and contribute to client service standards.

Skills

Private Client

Wills & Trusts

Estate Planning

High-net-worth clients

Client relationship management

Mentoring juniors

Business development

Non-contentious

England & Wales solicitor

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Legal 500 Firm | Central London | Hybrid Working

The Opportunity A highly regarded Legal 500 firm is seeking an experienced Non-Contentious Private Client Solicitor to join its established and growing Private Client team at Associate Partner level.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor looking to take the next step in their career, working with high-net-worth individuals and families on complex private client matters while playing a key role in the continued growth of the department.

The successful candidate will work closely with the department's leadership team, helping to shape the future direction of the practice, develop client relationships, and mentor junior lawyers.

This position offers genuine long-term progression for a technically strong and commercially minded individual.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of high-quality private client matters, including:

• Wills and complex estate planning
• Trust creation, administration and restructuring
• Probate and estate administration
• Inheritance Tax planning and mitigation
• Succession and wealth preservation planning
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• High-value and complex estates
• Intergenerational wealth planning

Key Responsibilities Private Client Advisory Work

• Managing a varied non-contentious private client caseload
• Advising high-net-worth individuals and families
• Delivering technically excellent advice across wills, trusts and estate planning matters
• Maintaining exceptional client service standards

Leadership & Team Development

• Supporting the continued growth of the Private Client department
• Contributing to departmental strategy and business planning
• Mentoring and developing junior solicitors and trainees
• Promoting a collaborative and high-performing team culture

Business Development

• Building and maintaining relationships with clients and professional referrers
• Developing networks with accountants, financial advisers and wealth managers
• Identifying opportunities for new business and cross-referrals
• Raising the profile of the firm within the private client market

About You

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• 8+ years' PQE in Private Client law
• Strong experience handling non-contentious private client matters
• Excellent technical knowledge of wills, trusts, probate and estate planning
• Experience advising high-net-worth individuals and families
• Commercially aware with a genuine interest in business development
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers
• Ambitious, proactive and motivated to contribute to the growth of a successful team

An existing client following or referral network would be advantageous but is not essential.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary from £90,000+, depending on experience
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working arrangement (typically 3 days office / 2 days home) + set up provided
• Flexible working options
• Permanent, full-time position
• Clear and realistic progression opportunities

Why Apply?

• Join a respected Legal 500-ranked firm
• Work with high-quality clients and complex matters
• Take on a senior leadership position with genuine influence
• Help shape the future growth of an expanding department
• Enjoy excellent work-life balance through hybrid working
• Strong long-term career progression prospects

For a confidential discussion, please contact

Cara Hickey

07445 127 4804

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