Senior Associate, Private Client

Taylor Root; Slough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Top remuneration

Job summary

Taylor Root is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Private Client team. The role focuses on complex estate planning, succession, and tax structuring for ultra‑high-net-worth clients and family offices, including cross-border advisory work.

You will handle high‑value wealth matters, directly advised clients, and take on substantial responsibility within a growing practice, with a collaborative, ambitious culture.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ PQE in private client and tax law from a reputable firm.
• Strong technical knowledge in trusts and onshore/offshore structuring.
• Experience advising on inheritance tax, domicile issues, and international planning.
• Commercial mindset with excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle matters for ultra-high-net-worth clients and family offices.
• Advise on cross-border planning and sophisticated wealth structures.
• Direct client contact and take on significant responsibility.
• Contribute to a growing private client and tax practice.

Skills

PQE 6+ in Private Client

Tax law

Trusts

Cross-border planning

Client relationships

Communication

Job description

Senior Associate – Private Client (6+ PQE)

About the Firm

Our client is a leading law firm that combines market-leading expertise with a dynamic, collaborative culture. Known for advising an entrepreneurial and creative client base, including high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and businesses with international footprints, the firm offers its lawyers an exceptional platform for career progression. The environment is collegiate, supportive, and forward-thinking, with a strong emphasis on personal and professional development.

The Role

This is an opportunity for an experienced private client lawyer to join a first-rate team specialising in complex estate planning, succession law, and tax structuring. You will handle a diverse range of matters for ultra-high-net-worth clients and family offices, including cross-border advisory work and high-value wealth planning structures. The role offers direct client contact, exposure to premium work, and the chance to take on significant responsibility within a growing practice.

What They’re Looking For

• 6+ years’ PQE in private client and tax law from a reputable firm
• Strong technical knowledge, including trusts and onshore/offshore structuring
• Experience advising on inheritance tax, domicile issues, and international planning
• A commercial approach, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build strong client relationships

Why Apply?

The firm offers top of market remuneration and an attractive bonus scheme, alongside sophisticated work in a collaborative and ambitious environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking genuine responsibility, high-profile clients, and long-term career progression.