The Role

Private Client Solicitor / Associate (1-6 PQE) | London

A highly respected Legal 500 private client practice in London is seeking to appoint a talented Solicitor (1-5 PQE) to join its award‑winning High Net Worth & International Private Client team. This firm is widely recognised for advising HNW and UHNW individuals, families, family offices and fiduciary service providers across the UK and internationally.

This leading practice is known for its friendly, inclusive culture and commitment to professional development. The firm supports hybrid working, invests heavily in colleague wellbeing initiatives, and is consistently recognised as a top employer. Its private client group works on complex, high‑value matters with long‑standing relationships across major international financial centres.

Work includes sophisticated cross‑border tax planning, estate structuring and succession matters for globally mobile clients. The firm is well known for strong relationships with international advisers and financial centres. The role also involves advising entrepreneurs, business owners and wealth creators - both UK‑based and international - on personal tax, business wealth planning and long‑term structuring strategies.

This is a rare chance to work on highly complex, often multi‑jurisdictional matters within a collaborative and highly regarded team.

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX 1-6 PQE (applications outside this range still welcome with relevant experience)
• Background in private client and tax work (cross‑border experience desirable but not essential)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage intricate legal issues
• A genuine interest in high‑value private client matters
• High‑level communication skills and a client‑focused approach
• Motivated, proactive, and keen to develop an international skillset within a thriving specialist team

The Benefits & How to Apply

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the ability to buy up to 35 additional hours
• Generous and flexible pension schemes
• Two fully paid volunteering days per year
• Westfield Health membership, medical refunds and Aviva Digital GP access
• A strong wellbeing programme and the firm’s Flexible by Choice hybrid working approach
• Recognition as a Best Workplace for Wellbeing (Large Organisations, 2024)
• A deep commitment to D&I, sustainability, social responsibility and pro bono work

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Lauren Green, Retained Consultant

Office Number: 0121 392 7377 Mobile: 07496 883 721

Email: Lauren.Green@williamjamesrecruitment.com