Private Client Partner

Chadwick Nott - South East and Thames Valley; England; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm is seeking a Private Client Partner in Surrey to lead its private client practice. You will be responsible for managing a complex portfolio, mentoring senior staff, and expanding client relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years PQE and strong commercial awareness. This role offers significant influence on firm strategy and opportunities for personal development.

Qualifications

• 8+ PQE as a solicitor with a focus on private client matters.
• Proven track record of delivering high-value client relationships.
• Experience in managing a complex portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand the private client practice in Surrey.
• Set standards for service and compliance.
• Supervise and mentor senior fee-earners.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Client relationship management

Leadership

Delegation

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

• Job title: Private Client Partner
• Location: Surrey
• Salary: £72,000-£100,000+ DOE
• PQE Level: 8+ PQE
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Full-time

An established regional firm seeks an accomplished Private Client Partner to lead and expand its Surrey private client practice. This is a senior leadership role for a commercial-minded lawyer with a proven track record of delivering exceptional technical advice, developing high-value client relationships and driving business growth.

You will shape the strategic direction of the department alongside Partners and the Deputy Head, setting standards for service, compliance and practice development. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include managing a complex portfolio, supervising and mentoring senior fee‑earners, securing and growing a referrer/client base, and contributing to firm-wide initiatives in business development, financial performance and operational governance.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced solicitor with demonstrable success at Partner or Senior Associate level, strong commercial awareness, and the confidence to handle referred work independently. You will be adept at delegation and at embedding efficient procedures and high standards of client care across the team. A collegiate leadership style and commitment to professional development and firm values are essential.

This role offers senior responsibility, visible influence on firm strategy and an opportunity to develop a thriving, client‑focused practice in Surrey. All applications will be treated confidentially.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Surrey or the South East in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

• (e) [e-mail]
• (m) 07921 895 776
• (t) 0117 917 1864
• (l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

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.