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Private Client Associate

£70k - £82k per annum
Private Client Associate - Leading Opportunity in Guildford Salary Range: £70,000 - £82,000
Hybrid Working: 3 days remote, 2 days office-based

An Exciting Career Move with a Leading Law Firm

A highly regarded law firm is seeking a driven and talented Private Client Lawyer with a minimum of 2 years PQE to join their esteemed team based in Guildford. This is an exceptional opportunity, ideal for those looking to work on complex and high-quality private client matters, offering a genuine alternative to City practice.

This role sits within an award-winning team renowned for its expertise in private client tax advisory work, succession planning, and tackling intricate tax and trust issues. With an impressive international scope, the team provides advice on a wide array of issues, from UHNW non-domiciliaries to estate administration and landed estates.

If you are an ambitious private client solicitor looking to progress your career in a collaborative, supportive, and elite environment, this role will provide the ideal platform for your development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver expert counsel on a wide range of private client matters, including tax advisory, succession planning, and estate administration.
  • Provide sophisticated tax planning advice to (U)HNW global families, non-domiciliaries, and entrepreneurs.
  • Tackle trust-related issues, both onshore and offshore, with a specific focus on tax concerns.
  • Build enduring client relationships by tailoring solutions to their unique needs and circumstances.
  • Assist the practice's growth by contributing to business development and ensuring strong client engagement.
  • Work collaboratively within a talented team, including six partners, to ensure top-tier client service.
The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • A minimum of 2 years PQE with strong experience in private client tax advisory work.
  • A robust academic background with experience gained at a respected City, national, or regional firm.
  • Top-tier communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintaining trusted client relationships.
  • A proven ability to juggle a diverse workload with excellent organisational skills.
  • A proactive mindset for business development initiatives to support the growth of the firm.
  • A strong team ethic paired with an unwavering commitment to providing the highest levels of client care.
Why This Firm? This firm is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where every member of the team can excel. Recognised for excellence, the firm was featured in  The Times Best Law Firms and has won accolades such as "Law Firm of the Year".

Client relationships are the cornerstone of the firm's success, with a foundation built on providing clear, responsive, and proactive advice. The firm also invests significant resources into the professional development of its team, with excellent supervision, mentoring, and training available.

If you value innovation, excellence, and a commitment to nurturing enduring client relationships, this is the ideal environment to grow your legal career.

Ready to Explore This Opportunity?

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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