A leading Private Client team is seeking a Private Client Associate (3–5 PQE) to join its high-performing international practice. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to work with an elite client base on complex cross-border private wealth matters.

About the Role:

This position sits within a well-established Offshore Private Client group, working closely with Onshore and Disputes teams. You will deliver technical legal and tax advice to HNW and UHNW international clients (UK resident and non-resident) from a wide range of jurisdictions.

The work includes:

• Structuring UK and offshore wealth;
• Advising on trust and wealth-holding entity establishment;
• Cross-border succession planning and international Will drafting;
• Collaborating with international advisers (lawyers, accountants, trustees, family offices).

You will be joining a team with a strong partner bench and cross-disciplinary support, providing immediate exposure to high-quality matters and clients.

Recent Example Work Includes:

• Coordinating global estate planning for a multi-jurisdictional UHNW family, alongside trustees and advisers;
• Acting as lead counsel for an international financial executive on UK tax and cross-border compliance;
• Advising on global estate planning from both UK and US perspectives for long-term expats;
• Advising a Gulf-based multi-generational family on intergenerational wealth structuring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising international clients on E&W legal and UK tax matters;
• Supporting clients relocating to or departing from the UK;
• Structuring, restructuring, and acquiring assets (especially UK real estate);
• Drafting Wills, trust deeds, and related documentation;
• Providing ongoing strategic succession and estate planning advice;
• Liaising with international advisers and collaborating with internal teams;
• Leading client communication and project delivery;
• Contributing to business development and client relationship building.

Candidate Requirements:

• 3–5 years’ PQE with significant experience in offshore private client work;
• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales;
• STEP qualified (or working towards);
• Strong understanding of tax, trust structuring, and succession planning for HNWIs/UHNWIs;
• Commercial awareness, technical ability, and client-focused mindset;
• Excellent written, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively within a dynamic and supportive team.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus;
• Comprehensive pension and private healthcare schemes;
• Generous holiday allowance, with option to purchase additional days;
• Enhanced parental leave and life event support;
• Structured professional development and training opportunities;
• Regular team socials, wellness initiatives, and a supportive work culture.

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Samuel Doughty for a confidential discussion.

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*Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving we are unable to contact applicants who have been unsuccessful.