Private Client Partner

The Eventus Recruitment Group; Cradley Heath; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Partnership progression

Autonomy to develop client relations

Access to high-quality Private Client

Job summary

Eventus Legal is seeking a Private Client Partner / Senior Associate to join a Birmingham-based law firm with a market-leading package and hybrid working across West Midlands offices.

The role focuses on estate planning, trusts and advising high-net-worth individuals, offering autonomy, mentorship and pathways to partnership within a collaborative private client team.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years PQE in Private Client law.
• Experience advising high-net-worth individuals and business owners.
• Strong technical expertise in estate planning, trusts and inheritance tax.
• A track record in developing client and professional adviser relationships.
• Ambition for autonomy and strategic influence within a private client practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-quality Private Client caseload with a focus on estate planning.
• Advise high-net-worth individuals, business owners and families on wealth planning matters.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and professional networks.
• Build relationships with accountants, IFAs and other advisers.
• Generate new instructions and support growth of the department.
• Collaborate across the firm to maximise referral opportunities.
• Mentor junior team members and maintain high technical standards.

Skills

Estate planning

Trusts

Business development

Client relationship management

Mentoring juniors

Commercial awareness

Networking

Discretion

Education

8+ years PQE in Private Client

STEP membership (ideal)

Job description

Eventus Legal are seeking a Private Client Partner / Senior Associate to join a highly regarded law firm in Birmingham, West Midlands. This is a permanent job offering a market‑leading package together with hybrid working options and flexibility regarding office location across the firm's West Midlands offices. This is an exceptional opportunity for an established Private Client Partner or senior lawyer ready to step into partnership to shape the future direction of a successful and growing private client offering within a highly respected firm.

The successful candidate will join a close‑knit, friendly and supportive team, with many members having built long‑standing careers with the firm. They will benefit from genuine autonomy, strong internal support and the opportunity to develop relationships with high‑net‑worth individuals, business owners and professional advisers.

About the Role

As a Private Client Partner / Senior Associate, you will play a key role in the continued development of the Private Client department, with a particular focus on estate planning, trusts and advising high‑net‑worth clients.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client lawyer to build their profile, influence the future growth of the team and work alongside a highly experienced group of lawyers. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop strong relationships with clients and professional contacts, including accountants, IFAs and other trusted advisers.

The successful candidate will enjoy the autonomy to manage complex matters, contribute to business development initiatives and support the continued success of the Private Client offering across the West Midlands and wider region.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a high‑quality Private Client caseload with a focus on estate planning
• Advising high‑net‑worth individuals, business owners and families on complex wealth planning matters
• Providing expert advice on trusts, succession planning and inheritance tax planning
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships and professional networks
• Building relationships with accountants, IFAs and other professional advisers
• Generating new instructions and supporting the continued growth of the department
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to maximise referral opportunities
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team where appropriate
• Maintaining excellent technical standards and providing high‑quality client service
• Representing the firm through networking and business development activities

About You

You will be an experienced Private Client Partner or senior lawyer with the ambition and commercial ability to help develop and grow a successful practice area. This Private Client Partner / Senior Associate job would suit an individual seeking greater autonomy and the opportunity to influence strategy within a supportive and collegiate environment.

The successful candidate will have strong technical expertise in estate planning and experience advising high‑net‑worth individuals and business owners. They will be confident handling complex trust matters and developing long‑term relationships with clients and professional referrers.

You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• At least 8 years PQE experience within Private Client law
• Strong experience in estate planning and advising high‑net‑worth individuals
• Experience advising business owners on succession and wealth planning matters
• Comfortable dealing with complex trust matters
• Ideally a full STEP member
• A strong track record in developing client and professional adviser relationships
• Experience supervising, mentoring and supporting colleagues
• Commercial awareness and business development capability
• Excellent organisational and workload management skillsA proactive and entrepreneurial approach to practice development
• Excellent attention to detail and technical ability
• Strong communication and relationship management skills
• Professionalism, discretion and sound judgement
• A collaborative approach and commitment to team success

Benefits and Rewards

As well as a market‑leading package, the successful candidate will enjoy the opportunity to develop their career within an established and highly regarded Private Client team.

• Market‑rate remuneration package
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Flexibility regarding office location across the West Midlands
• Genuine opportunity for partnership progression
• Autonomy to develop and grow client relationships
• Access to high‑quality Private Client work
• Support from an experienced and collaborative team
• Opportunity to build relationships with a strong network of professional advisers

About the Firm

The employer is recognised as one of the leading firms in its region and enjoys an excellent reputation for advising individuals, families and business owners on a wide range of private client matters. The firm has a strong focus on delivering high‑quality advice and building long‑term client relationships.

The successful Private Client Partner / Senior Associate will join an ambitious, collaborative and friendly firm that values expertise, entrepreneurial thinking and long‑term development. The Private Client team is well established and supported by strong internal relationships, providing an excellent platform for an experienced lawyer looking to further develop their career within the West Midlands.