Partner - Private Client - Swindon

Chadwick Nott; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Learning and development

Competitive package

Modern office

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking an experienced Private Client Partner for its Swindon office. The role requires leading the Private Client offering, supervising junior lawyers, and driving client relationships and business development.

The successful candidate will bring strong tax, trusts and succession planning expertise, a track record of leadership, and a strategic mindset. The role offers hybrid working with a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in tax, trusts and succession planning.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a private client team.
• Strong client relationship management and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Private Client offering in Swindon and drive growth.
• Supervise and mentor junior fee earners across the team.
• Manage a profitable caseload with a client‑focussed approach.
• Build relationships with clients, referrers and key stakeholders.
• Lead client review processes and drive service improvements.
• Contribute to business development and marketing initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and risk management.

Skills

Client management

Leadership

Business development

Mentoring junior lawyers

Communication

Education

Qualified solicitor in Private Client

Job description

Partner - Private Client - Swindon

Location: Swindon
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £110,000 to £150,000

A respected law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Partner to join its well‑established and high performing team in Swindon. The practice is recognised for its expertise in complex tax, trusts and succession planning, and this strategic hire will play a key role in driving continued growth across Wiltshire and the wider region. The firm has recently invested in a modern Swindon hub, offering a high quality working environment that supports collaboration and long term development.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for leading and developing the Private Client offering in Swindon, including:

• Acting as senior lawyer on complex and high value matters
• Supervising and supporting junior fee earners across the team
• Managing a profitable caseload with a strong focus on client service
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, referrers and key stakeholders
• Leading client review processes and implementing service improvements
• Developing and executing client/referrer development plans
• Managing professional risk and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirementsLeading thought leadership initiatives and contributing to departmental know‑how
• Supporting marketing, pitch activity and wider business development
• Providing leadership within the team and contributing to the firm's business plan
• Enhancing operational efficiency through improved processes and precedents

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to an ambitious and experienced Private Client Partner with:

• Strong technical expertise in tax, trusts and succession planning
• Exceptional client management and communication skills
• Proven ability to supervise and develop junior lawyers
• A strong track record in business development and converting opportunities
• Motivation, commercial awareness and a proactive mindset
• Ability to lead, collaborate and contribute to a positive team culture
• A client following or business plan (desirable but not essential)

Benefits

• A modern, collaborative working environment
• Clear leadership and progression pathways
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Strong investment in learning, development and career growth

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.