Associate, Private Client

Overview

A well‑established, full‑service London law firm known for its strong international client base and private wealth offering is seeking a talented Private Client Associate (NQ-4 PQE) to join its growing Private Wealth team. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer with an interest or background in international tax planning, cross‑border structuring, and complex private client matters to develop their practice within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

• Advising UK‑domiciled and non‑domiciled individuals, families, and trustees on UK and international tax issues
  , including residence, domicile, and structuring for globally mobile clients.
• Assisting with the creation, administration, and restructuring of offshore and onshore trusts
  , family governance frameworks, and asset‑holding structures.
• Providing strategic tax planning advice relating to pre‑arrival planning
  , remittance, succession planning, and multi‑jurisdictional wealth preservation.
• Supporting clients with cross‑border estate planning, including the preparation of wills
  , lasting powers of attorney, and related documentation.
• Advising on the UK tax implications of international investments, corporate or real estate structures, and family office arrangements.
• Liaising with overseas counsel and tax advisers on complex, multi‑jurisdictional matters.
• Conducting legal research, drafting technical advice, and preparing client‑ready memoranda and reports.
• Building strong client relationships and supporting partners with business development initiatives targeting UHNW/HNW individuals, families, and international intermediaries.

• Qualified solicitor (NQ-4 PQE) with experience in private client, tax, or international wealth structuring from a reputable firm.
• Some exposure to international tax planning
  -including residence, domicile, and offshore structures-is highly desirable.
• Strong technical abilities with excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• A confident communicator capable of explaining complex concepts clearly to clients and intermediaries.
• Commercial awareness with an interest in developing expertise in the international private wealth sector.
• A proactive team player with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple work streams.

• A high‑quality and varied caseload involving sophisticated private wealth and international tax planning work.
• A supportive team structure that encourages training, mentoring, and genuine career progression.
• Exposure to an entrepreneurial client base, including fast‑growth international families, business owners, family offices, and trustees.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for hybrid working.

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