Ld/Partner, Private Client – Edinburgh / Glasgow

Frasia Wright Associates; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates in Scotland is seeking an experienced Private Client Partner or Legal Director to join its team in Glasgow or Edinburgh. You will lead a key private client practice, guiding strategic growth and mentoring colleagues across the firm.

The role focuses on high-quality advisory work, robust client relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to expand the Private Client offering. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years' PQE in Private Client law.
• Strong leadership or management experience with a track record of developing teams.
• Ready to take a leadership role in a growing Private Client practice.

Responsibilities

• Managing a broad range of private client matters including succession planning, trusts, estates and wealth preservation.
• Leading and developing an existing team and driving growth of the Private Client practice.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and providing high-quality legal advice to individuals and families.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the firm on business development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Business development

Team management

Private Client

Job description

This well-established Scottish law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Partner or Legal Director to join its team in either Glasgow or Edinburgh. This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in the growth and development of a key practice area within a firm that is committed to investing in its Private Client offering.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a broad range of private client matters, including succession planning, trusts, estates and wealth preservation work
• Leading and developing an existing team, while helping to drive the continued growth of the Private Client practice
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, providing high-quality legal advice to individuals and families
• Contributing to business development initiatives and working closely with colleagues across the wider firm

Applicants should be qualified solicitors with at least 10 years’ PQE and a strong background in Private Client law. The firm is particularly interested in candidates with leadership ambitions or existing management experience who are keen to play an active role in team development and strategic growth.

You will be joining a collaborative and supportive firm that offers high-quality work, genuine progression opportunities, and a competitive salary and benefits package. This role would particularly suit an experienced private client lawyer looking to take on a leadership position and contribute to the continued expansion of a growing practice.