Private Client Associate - International Law Firm

The Opportunity

Hunters Legal is working with a leading International Law Firm to appoint an Associate Solicitor into its London-based Private Client team. The firm is recognised for advising individuals, families, trustees and charitable organisations on complex UK and international private wealth matters, with a strong emphasis on long-term client relationships and cross-border expertise.

The team handles highly sensitive work and is known for its collaborative, joined-up approach, enabling clients to receive seamless advice across multiple practice areas without the need to instruct several external providers.

The Role

The Associate Solicitor will support partners and senior lawyers on a wide range of UK and international private client matters. The role offers exposure to sophisticated wealth planning work for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, alongside advisory work for clients with more moderate wealth profiles.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting partners and senior lawyers across complex private client matters.
• Advising UK and non-UK domiciled individuals on tax and succession planning.
• Drafting, creating and restructuring trusts, companies and other wealth-holding structures.
• Advising on UK tax residence and domicile status.
• Managing wills, probate, estate administration and Powers of Attorney matters.
• Assisting with Court of Protection and Deputyship work, including structures for vulnerable individuals.
• Supporting business succession and exit planning.
• Delivering pre-arrival and arrival planning for individuals relocating to the UK.
• Maintaining exceptional standards of client service with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues across tax, corporate, real estate, disputes and international offices.
• Building strong relationships with clients and professional intermediaries.
• Contributing to marketing, profile-raising and practice development initiatives.

Experience and Attributes

The successful candidate is likely to demonstrate:

• Experience gained within a well-regarded private client practice.
• Exposure to advising both UK and international individuals.
• Strong technical ability combined with a pragmatic, client-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commercial awareness and confidence working directly with clients.
• An interest in marketing, profile building and business development.
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across teams.

Culture and Working Environment

The International Law Firm promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture, encouraging lawyers to bring individuality, initiative and entrepreneurial thinking to their work. Teams operate in a supportive environment where knowledge sharing and cross-practice collaboration are actively encouraged.

The firm offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements alongside a modern London office environment, supported by strong international connectivity.

Development and Benefits

Lawyers benefit from a competitive remuneration package alongside a comprehensive benefits offering. The firm is committed to long-term career development, providing structured progression, access to high-quality cross-border work, and ongoing support for professional development and training.