Private Client Associate

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Overview

Step into a visible and client-facing Associate role where you'll advise UHNW individuals, international families, and the leaders behind major national and global businesses. This is a chance to work alongside three market-respected Partners on complex, often cross-border matters with the platform to grow your own client base and influence the future of the practice.

Why This Firm

This firm is globally respected, with a stronghold in Private Wealth and a stellar client base ranging from tech entrepreneurs and CEOs to multi-generational international families. The Private Client practice is part of a broader tax group, giving you seamless access to corporate, immigration, real estate, and private equity specialists. With offices in the US and Europe, and a fast-growing reputation in US/UK matters, the team is a recognised go-to for cross-border structuring, UK relocation, and international estate planning.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advise HNW and UHNW clients on estate planning, trusts, and personal tax - both UK and internationally
• Lead on multi-jurisdictional matters, including offshore trust structuring and UK inbound planning
• Support succession planning and business exit strategies for entrepreneurial clients
• Contribute to targeted business development alongside senior Partners

What You’ll Bring

• 2–3+ years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) in private client, tax, or trusts law
• Technical ability in UK tax, estate planning, and cross-border advisory work
• Experience with HNW/UHNW clients, family structures, and/or offshore arrangements
• Qualification as a solicitor, CILEX lawyer, or experienced paralegal in private client law

Who This Suits

You're a commercially minded private client specialist who thrives on technical detail and client engagement. You enjoy navigating complex, often international scenarios, and want to be part of a high-growth, well-connected team where your voice matters. You’re ready to work with Partners who’ll back your development, and clients who’ll challenge your thinking.

Apply now for a confidential, no-obligations conversation with Walker Lovell.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services and Law Practice

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