Private Client Partner

Our client, a well known practice in Central London are seeking to recruit a Private Client Partner to join their successful team. This is a unique opportunity for a senior private client lawyer to drive the continued growth and excellence of their highly regarded private client services, working alongside an impressive team dedicated to providing first-class advice and support to a broad portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners.

Key Responsibilities within Private Client Law and Estate Planning

• Acting as a trusted adviser to clients on all aspects of private client law, including wills, trusts, tax, estate planning, probate and powers of attorney.
• Managing a diverse personal caseload of complex and high value estates, including cross-border matters and family wealth structures.
• Leading, mentoring and supporting junior solicitors and paralegals within the private client team, fostering professional development, knowledge sharing and a collaborative firm culture.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, ensuring exceptional standards of service and care at every stage.
• Identifying opportunities for departmental growth through relationship building, networking, and business development initiatives.
• Overseeing compliance, risk management, and regulatory requirements across all private client work.
• Collaborating with colleagues across other practice areas including property, litigation, and company law as required.

Essential Experience & Skills for a Private Client Partner Role

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in private client law, advising on all aspects of estate and succession planning.
• Proven background in winning and managing client relationships at partner or senior associate level, preferably within a respected private client team.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and advisory skills, with the ability to build trust and empathy with clients from all backgrounds.
• Demonstrable expertise in complex probate and trust administration, tax mitigation strategies, Court of Protection, and asset preservation.
• Adept at developing, motivating, and leading teams in delivering excellence in client service.
• Strong organisational abilities, commercial acumen, and a proactive, collaborative approach to practice growth.
• Full STEP membership or progress towards qualification is highly desirable.
• Strong IT and case management skills, with an adaptable approach to modern legal practice.

Private Client Partner Benefits & Career Progression

• Partnership role with decision-making responsibilities within the private client team and broader firm leadership.
• Highly competitive salary.
• Hybrid working.
• Opportunities for ongoing personal growth and professional development.
• Engagement with an extensive, high-calibre client network and wide-ranging matters.