Wealth Management Lawyer

Lipson Lloyd-Jones; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Wealth Management Lawyer for its London office. This pivotal role involves advising high-value clients on cross-border initiatives and UK tax planning. Candidates should have experience with UHNW individuals and families. Strong client relationship management and business development skills are essential. The firm offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified wealth management mid-level lawyer with experience in UK tax planning for international UHNW individuals.
• Strong experience and knowledge of taxation for UK resident non-UK domiciliaries.
• Previous experience at a London law firm or leading regional law firm is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise internationally mobile clients on tax transactions.
• Develop relationships with existing and new clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues in overseas offices.
• Engage in business development activities.
• Assist in supervising junior lawyers and sharing knowledge.

Skills

UK tax planning

International tax planning

Client relationship management

Business development

Job description

Overview

The Firm is a major international law firm. The Role is for a Wealth Management Lawyer, pivotal to the continuing success of the London office, particularly in relation to cross-border initiatives and transactions for wealthy individuals, family offices, trustees and financial institutions. The role will involve liaising with clients and other offices across EMEA and globally.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to internationally mobile clients, including foreign nationals and entrepreneurs living and/or investing in the UK, advising on planning structures and undertaking substantial cross-border and tax transactions for high-value clients/financial institutions.
• Develop ongoing relationships with an existing client base as well as developing new contacts.
• Develop close working relationships with colleagues in overseas offices actively involved in this field.
• Further promote close working relationships with other departments within the London office.
• Engage in business development activities and be active in the promotion of the firm, seeking opportunities for new work.
• Work as part of a team, including assisting with the supervision of junior lawyers and trainees, and actively sharing knowledge and experience with the team.

Qualifications

• Qualified wealth management mid-level lawyer with experience of UK tax planning for international and UK UHNW individuals and families and their family offices.
• Strong experience and detailed knowledge of the taxation of UK resident non-UK domiciliaries and international tax planning.
• Previous experience at a London firm or a leading regional law firm with a strong specialization in this field, or an accountancy firm.

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.