Private Client Partner

This West End firm stands at the forefront of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technology to empower its fee earners and partners, driving efficiency and client value. The leadership cultivates an inclusive, open culture, where every team member has a voice in shaping the firm's direction. This approach has led to the launch of new services and forward-thinking work methods, highly valued by clients.

With a reputation for handling matters at the intersection of commercial law and emerging technologies, the firm has been recognised in mainstream media for its expertise and influence. Ranked in the Legal 500 and recipients of multiple industry awards, they have built a strong presence in London's West End over the past 28 years. Their team radiates vibrancy, diversity, and collaboration, fuelled by a supportive culture that prioritizes professional development, mentoring, and training.

This firm's commitment to its people is reflected in exceptional staff retention, with many team members advancing quickly compared to peers at similar firms. Social events and sports clubs foster team spirit, making it an enjoyable place to grow professionally and build long-term relationships.

Expect high-quality work and a strong emphasis on delivering genuine value to clients, backed by robust billing practices. With a record of year-on-year growth and a series of strategic partner hires, the firm continues to expand, driven by an ambitious five-year vision that has attracted top-tier talent. A dynamic leadership team with impressive profitability and a commitment to investing in talent makes this firm a standout choice for driven professionals seeking growth and impact.

The role

The firm are seeking to hire a Private Client Partner; to join their growing employment team, their office is based in the heart of the West End of London.

• The private client consists of a team of three. The department is currently busy with a lot of new estates and probate work coming in, this is in part driven by work coming about as a result of their extensive wills cabinet. The department deals with a good quality of work, often acting for HNW individuals.
• The team are entrepreneurial and ambitious, they have recently won an award for the service they offer. You will find there to be a high energy between the team to drive the department forwards.
• You will deal with a broad palette of private client work, including; wills, trusts, probates, estates, lasting powers of attorney, and tax planning.
• Over the course of the firm's history, they have built up exceptional relationships with families who have used the firm over the course of generations.
• You will work with the other partners to drive the department forwards. You will also get involved in business development and mentoring and training of the associates.
• This role could prove to be a good platform for progression for a senior solicitor seeking a route to partnership, perhaps in a top-heavy team.
• You will be a Private Client Solicitor with at least seven years PQE (no upper limit)
• Salary and package are negotiable depending on your background and experience, there is also a lucrative bonus structure that allows you to boost earnings by way of billings.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Private Client Partner to take over from a well-established Partner who is due to retire. Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.