Associate Partner role with a clear, achievable path to PartnershipHigh-end HNW/UHNW work, focused on quality, not volume or churnEmployee-owned firm with real influence over direction and growthThis is one of those roles where the shape of the job depends on you.Whether your strength is technical excellence in tax and trusts, mentoring others, or building client relationships, the firm is open to tailoring the role around what you bring, and where you want to go next.From day one, you’ll be working on complex, high-value private client matters, with a particular focus on tax and trusts. The work is there, the client base is established, and the expectation is that you can operate at a senior level, but without the pressure to churn through files. You will be working from the Brimingham office 2 days a week, you will be based in Birmingham office, within a commutable distance from Cheltenham.Over time, the role becomes more strategic. You’ll naturally take on more responsibility within the team, contribute to its direction, and build your own profile within the firm. Partnership is a genuine outcome here, most of the current Partners have progressed internally, and there’s a clear, uncapped route to get there.The culture is collaborative and grounded. Despite the calibre of work, it doesn’t feel corporate or hierarchical, people work closely together, share knowledge freely, and focus on delivering the right outcome for clients.Who we’re looking forQualified Solicitor with strong Private Client experienceTechnical expertise in Tax & Trusts workExperience handling complex HNW/UHNW mattersBroad Private Client backgroundSTEP qualification (Desired)Background from a strong regional or similar-quality firmAbility to build and maintain high-value client relationshipsAmbition to progress towards PartnershipProfessional, confident and commercially awareWhat you’ll be doingManaging a high-quality private client caseload, focused on tax and trustsAdvising HNW and UHNW clients on complex estate and succession planningBuilding long-term client relationships and acting as a trusted adviserSupporting and mentoring junior lawyers where appropriateContributing to the growth and strategic direction of the teamWorking collaboratively across a specialist Private Client departmentSalary & BenefitsClear and realistic route to PartnershipEmployee-owned structure, real influence and long-term securityHybrid working: typically 2–3 days in the officeHigh-quality, specialist work within a respected Private Client teamCollaborative, non-hierarchical cultureStrong retention and long-term career prospectsOpportunity to shape your role based on your strengthsContact Rachael Conley📩 rachael.conley@realmrecruit.com📞 03300 245 606 #J-18808-Ljbffr