Private Client Partner

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; London; On-site; GBP 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned law firm in London is seeking a new partner for its growing Private Client team. This role involves inheriting high-net-worth clients and leading a team of legal professionals, focusing on strategic growth and client management. Join a supportive culture that values collaboration and offers autonomy in a leadership position, with a competitive starting salary.

Benefits

Opportunity to inherit a high-quality client base

Leadership role with autonomy and influence

Supportive, forward-thinking firm culture

Access to a strong internal referral network

Qualifications

• Current experience as a senior solicitor or partner.
• Significant experience in private client law, particularly with HNW/UHNW clients.
• Strong technical expertise and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Leading on complex matters such as inheritance tax planning, probate, estate administration.
• Driving the strategic growth of the Private Client practice.
• Mentoring and developing your team.

Skills

Inheritance tax planning

Probate

Estate administration

Contentious trusts

Business development

Client relationship management

Education

Qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

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A progressive, multidisciplinary law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal and tax services to individuals, families, and businesses. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, cross-practice expertise, and commitment to client service. With a well-established private client offering, the firm is now seeking a new partner to take over from a retiring senior leader.

Your new role

You will step into a leadership position within the Private Client team, inheriting a portfolio of high-net-worth clients while also bringing your own network and business. You’ll oversee a team comprising a Legal Director, Associate, and Paralegal, all of whom will report directly to you.

Your new company

A progressive, multidisciplinary law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal and tax services to individuals, families, and businesses. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, cross-practice expertise, and commitment to client service. With a well-established private client offering, the firm is now seeking a new partner to take over from a retiring senior leader.

Your new role

You will step into a leadership position within the Private Client team, inheriting a portfolio of high-net-worth clients while also bringing your own network and business. You’ll oversee a team comprising a Legal Director, Associate, and Paralegal, all of whom will report directly to you.

Responsibilities

1. Leading on complex matters such as inheritance tax planning, probate, estate administration, and contentious trusts
2. Driving the strategic growth of the Private Client practice
3. Collaborating with colleagues across legal and tax disciplines
4. Mentoring and developing your team
5. Playing a key role in business development and client relationship management

What you'll need to succeed

1. Current experience as a senior solicitor or partner
2. Significant experience in private client law, particularly with HNW/UHNW clients
3. Strong technical expertise and commercial awareness
4. A proven ability to lead teams and grow a practice
5. A client-focused approach and a collaborative leadership style
6. Qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales

What you'll get in return

• A rare opportunity to inherit a high-quality client base from a retiring partner
• A leadership role with autonomy and influence
• A supportive, forward-thinking firm culture
• A platform to grow your practice with access to a strong internal referral network
• Starting salary from £130,000 DOE