Private Client Partner

Hays; London; On-site; GBP 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive law firm in London seeks a new Partner to lead its Private Client team, inheriting a valuable portfolio of high-net-worth clients. This leadership role emphasizes strategic growth, client relationship management, and team development, offering a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate's experience. This is a rare opportunity to step into a role with influence and autonomy in a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration and potential for equity

Supportive, forward-thinking firm culture

Qualifications

• Significant experience in private client law, particularly with HNW/UHNW clients.
• Proven ability to lead teams and grow a practice.

Responsibilities

• Leading on complex matters like inheritance tax planning and probate.
• Driving the strategic growth of the Private Client practice.
• Mentoring and developing your team.

Skills

Leadership

Client-focused approach

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

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Base pay range

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

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

What you'll need to succeed

• 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
• A proven ability to lead teams and grow a practice
• A client-focused approach and a collaborative leadership style
• 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
• Competitive remuneration and potential for equity
• A platform to grow your practice with access to a strong internal referral network
• Starting salary from £130,000 DOE.

What you need to do now


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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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