Partner/Legal Director (Private Client)

THRINGS; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

THRINGS is seeking an experienced Partner or Legal Director for their Private Client team in Bath. This hybrid full-time role involves advising on estate administration and managing client relationships, with a focus on providing tailored wealth structuring advice. Attractive salary and benefits package offered, with a commitment to a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health checks

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within Private Client law.
• Strong technical knowledge of trusts and estate administration.
• A track record of business development.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on the administration of estates, including complex and high value estates.
• Leading and managing a team of fee earners.
• Building and maintaining long-term relationships with high-net-worth clients.

Skills

Client focused approach

Strong management experience

Business development

Tax planning

Trusts and estate administration

Team leadership

Education

STEP qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

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Partner/Legal Director (Private Client), Bath

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Client:

THRINGS

Location:

Bath, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced and driven Partner or a Legal Director to join the Private Client team in our Bath office. This role offers a wonderful opportunity to join an inclusive and friendly team, working with a broad variety of clients.

You will be responsible for:

• Advising clients on the administration of estates, including complex and high value estates.
• Drafting and advising on Wills and LPAs.
• Providing tax-efficient wealth structuring advice for individuals, families and business owners.
• Advising on the use of trusts, partnerships and companies.
• Leading and managing a team of fee earners.
• Building and maintaining long-term relationships with high-net-worth clients.
• Advising on inheritance tax and capital gains, through use of trusts and partnerships
• Supporting the growth and development of the Private Client team, including mentoring more junior solicitors
• Contributing to business development and strategic direction of the department.

What we’re looking for:

• Extensive experience within Private Client law.
• STEP qualified or with equivalent experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of trusts, estate administration and tax planning.
• Strong management experience, capable of leading and inspiring a team.
• A client focused approach with the ability to manage sensitive and complex matters.
• A track record of business development and an ability to grow and manage client relationships.
• Ambition and enthusiasm for helping shape the future of the practice.

Location and working hours:

This is a hybrid position based in our Bath office. There will be an opportunity for you to work with other fee earners within the private client team based at our other offices.

It’s a full-time position, 35 hours per week. We will consider applications from candidates looking for part-time positions.

About us:

Thrings is a Top Law firm, with offices in London, Bristol, Bath, Swindon, Romsey and the Wye Valley.

By joining Thrings you are joining a supportive and inclusive firm. We offer a great working environment, with hot desking available when you’re in the office and plenty of social/networking events to get involved with. We’re extremely proud of the relationship we have with our clients and referrers and are seen as their trusted legal partner.

What we can offer:

In return for your hard work, you can expect to receive a competitive salary and a variety of benefits for joining Thrings. These can be tailored around the requirements for you and your family including Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health checks and much more.

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity and you have the experience to join our team then we look forward to hearing from you!