Private Client Partner

Sellick Partnership; Oxford; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Legal 500 firm in Oxford is seeking an exceptional Private Client Partner to manage their private client team and grow a portfolio of high-net-worth clients. This role requires strong expertise in wills, trusts, estate planning, and a proven track record in client relationship management. The firm offers a competitive salary and a benefits package to support a successful candidate. Become a key player in a firm known for its innovation and supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a solicitor in private client law.
• Ability to manage and grow relationships with high-net-worth clients.
• Strong leadership capabilities to guide junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of high-net-worth clients.
• Lead the private client team, mentoring junior staff.
• Drive business development efforts to grow the practice.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Leadership

Expertise in estate planning

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

8+ years PQE in private client law

Job description

We're currently working with a leading Legal 500 firm based in Oxford that's seeking an exceptional Private Client Partner. This is a standout opportunity for a senior private client law specialist looking to take their career to the next level within a firm known for its excellence, innovation, and supportive culture. This role would involve building up a practice, so it would be a fantastic opportunity for those who want to make something their own.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of high‑net‑worth and ultra‑high‑net‑worth clients, providing expert advice on estate planning, wills, trusts, tax, and succession matters.
• Lead and supervise the private client team, providing mentoring, support, and oversight to ensure high standards of legal service and client care.
• Oversee complex matters, including inheritance tax planning, probate and estate administration, lasting powers of attorney, and cross‑border issues.
• Drive business development efforts, building relationships with clients, intermediaries, and referral networks to grow the practice.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as family, corporate, and property, to deliver holistic advice to clients with multifaceted needs.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the private client department, including marketing, recruitment, budgeting, and operational planning.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with SRA and other relevant legal or professional obligations.
• Represent the firm at client events, professional forums, and networking opportunities, reinforcing the firm's brand and reputation.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 8+ years PQE in private client law.
• Expertise in a broad range of private client matters, including wills, trusts, probate, tax planning, and estate administration.
• Proven experience advising high‑net‑worth individuals, families, and business owners on complex estate and succession planning.
• A strong track record of client relationship management and business development.
• Previous experience at senior associate, legal director, or partner level within a reputable firm.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and support junior lawyers and staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of discretion and client care.
• Solid technical knowledge of inheritance tax, capital gains tax, and trust law.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive, strategic approach to practice growth.

In exchange, the firm is willing to offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package.

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For more information, contact Faith Kelly at Sellick Partnership, or apply within.

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