Private Client Partner

Oculus Legal Group; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A top UK law firm is seeking a Private Client Partner for its Cheltenham office. The role involves leading a highly regarded team dealing with complex private client matters, including wills and trusts. This senior position offers a competitive salary of £115,000 to £155,000 plus benefits, including a relocation package. Candidates must have proven leadership experience in high-value contexts and a strong record of developing teams.

Benefits

28 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Private healthcare cover

Pension plan

Life insurance

Interest-free travel loan scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Paid parking

Qualifications

• Senior-level private client solicitor or existing partner.
• Proven experience in managing tax, trusts, and estate planning matters.
• History of successfully developing teams and achieving departmental goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the private client team and oversee daily operations.
• Advise on high-value estate planning, wills, and trusts.
• Drive growth and implement best practices in the department.
• Mentor and inspire team members to reach their potential.
• Build relationships with high-net-worth clients and referrers.

Skills

Leadership experience

Expertise in high-value estate planning

Strong commercial acumen

Job description

Private Client Partner & Head of Department – Cheltenham Salary: £115,000 – £155,000 + Bonus + Equity Options Hybrid Working | Relocation Package Available | Legal 100 Law Firm

We are working exclusively with a multi-office, Top Legal 100 law firm with offices across the UK, seeking a talented Private Client Partner to take on the role of Head of Department in their well-established Cheltenham office.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-performing and experienced team, working on complex, high-net-worth private client matters, while enjoying the full support of the firm’s National Head of Private Client.

For the right candidate, there is scope to join as a Fixed Share Partner, and my client would even consider offering a relocation package.

The Role:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of a well-established and highly regarded private client team.
• Oversee and advise on a wide range of high-value matters, including wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and succession planning for high-net-worth individuals.
• Drive the strategic growth of the department, working closely with the National Head to implement best practices and achieve departmental goals.
• Mentor, supervise, and inspire team members to achieve their full potential.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with high-net-worth clients and professional referrers.

Benefits:

Salary: £115,000 – £155,000 + Bonus

• 28 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Agile working policy
• Private healthcare cover
• Pension plan
• Life insurance
• Interest-free travel loan scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling, legal, and consumer advice)
• Discounted gym membership
• Exclusive offers & discounts
• Excellent reward and recognition scheme
• Paid parking

About You:

• Senior-level private client solicitor or existing partner with proven leadership experience.
• Expertise in high-value, complex private client matters, including tax, trusts, and estate planning.
• Track record of developing teams and delivering on strategic goals.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to grow the department.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career with one of the UK’s most respected law firms, I’d love to hear from you.

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07383 821952