Private Client Partner - Leading Law Firm

• Department: Private Client
• Reports to: Managing Partner

Overview

This leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Partner to join its well-established and highly regarded Private Client department. The successful individual will play a pivotal role in advising high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients on complex matters relating to wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning, while leading and developing a dynamic team of private client specialists.

The firm prides itself on delivering clear, strategic, and solution-driven advice while maintaining an approachable and client-focused culture. With an emphasis on authentic relationships and long-term client trust, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to one of the most respected and innovative private client practices in the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Private Client team, promoting a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Advise clients on all aspects of private wealth management, including:
• Wills and succession planning
• Tax-efficient estate structuring
• Trust formation and administration
• Probate and estate administration
• Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters
• Estate planning for international clients and cross-border assets
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on contentious and non-contentious probate matters.
• Maintain and expand a strong client base, nurturing existing relationships and developing new business opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with other practice areas (corporate, real estate, family, and litigation) to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Drive innovation within the department through best practices, technology, and forward-thinking legal strategies.
• Contribute to the firm’s wider business development, networking, and thought leadership initiatives.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) in Private Client law.
• Proven experience managing complex, high-value estates and trusts, including cross-border matters.
• A strong track record of developing client relationships and attracting new work.
• Demonstrable leadership and mentoring skills, with experience managing and motivating teams.
• Excellent technical knowledge and commercial awareness.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client care with clarity, empathy, and discretion.
• Business development acumen and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Why Join

This opportunity offers a platform to work with one of the UK’s most reputable private client teams, recognised for its excellence, creativity, and client service. The firm values authenticity, open dialogue, and collaborative success. Partners benefit from:

• A respected, multi-office platform with national and international reach.
• Access to an extensive network of trusted financial, tax, and wealth management professionals.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that rewards initiative and contribution.
• The opportunity to shape and grow the future of the Private Client practice within a progressive firm.