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Job title: Private Client Knowledge Lawyer - PSL
Location: Guildford
Salary: £65,000-£78,000+
PQE Level: 5+ PQE
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time

We're working with a top-tier private client team to recruit a Knowledge Lawyer to support their highly respected Private Wealth practice. This is a strategic role at the heart of a dynamic and growing department, offering the opportunity to shape knowhow, training, and internal projects within a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.

This is a key appointment within a market‑leading team ranked in the top tier of the legal directories. The practice is led by multiple partners and supported by a multidisciplinary group of lawyers and paralegals. The team advises a broad spectrum of national and international clients, including high‑net‑worth families, trustees, family offices, entrepreneurs, and individuals listed in the Sunday Times Rich List.

As Knowledge Lawyer, you'll be responsible for:

• Developing and maintaining precedents and guidance materials
• Monitoring legal developments and delivering engaging training sessions
• Supporting technical queries and complex research
• Managing learning and development plans for team members
• Contributing to internal projects and business development initiatives
• Drafting thought leadership content and client briefings
• Liaising with colleagues across departments and knowledge functions

We welcome applications from:

• Experienced Knowledge Lawyers with a strong background in UK and international tax and estate planning, trusts, and estate administration
• Private client fee earners seeking to transition into a knowledge role (training and support provided)
• You'll be joining a firm recognised in The Times Best Law Firms and shortlisted for multiple national awards. The culture is inclusive, supportive, and committed to professional excellence.

For a confidential discussion or to request further details, please get in touch.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Surrey or the South East in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

(e) liamandrews@chadwicknott.co.uk
(m) 07921 895 776
(t) 0117 917 1864
(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.