Job Description
Senior Associate - Private Client, Tax & Immigration
Permanent London Top-Tier Private Client Practice
A prestigious law firm with a standout reputation in the private wealth and tax arena is looking to appoint a Senior Associate to its growing Private Client & Tax Group in London. This role sits at the heart of the firm's Private Capital Group, a key strategic area of growth, and offers exposure to some of the most complex and high-value private client work in the market.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong and commercially astute private client lawyer who wants to work with an impressive international client base and take a leading role in delivering bespoke wealth, tax and succession planning advice.
The Role
As a Senior Associate, you will work with a diverse range of clients including:
HNW and UHNW individuals
Family offices
Trustees
Entrepreneurs and start-ups
Financial institutions
Many clients have international elements to their affairs, particularly involving the US and the Middle East, and are active in sectors such as technology, finance, media, entertainment, and sport.
You will advise on a full spectrum of private client and tax matters, including:
UK and cross-border succession planning, wills, and estate structuring
Establishing and advising on trusts, foundations, FICs, and partnerships
Complex tax planning involving inheritance tax, income tax, capital gains tax, and non-dom issues
International estate planning, domicile/residency advice, and foreign counsel coordination
Advising trustees and beneficiaries on trust law, restructuring, and compliance
Tax-efficient structuring of UK residential property holdings
Issues around philanthropy, charity law, and impact investment
Mental capacity issues and Lasting Powers of Attorney
Navigating global transparency and reporting obligations (CRS, FATCA, etc.)
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be:
A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with significant PQE (likely 5+ years)
Experienced at a top-tier private client firm or recognised practice
Technically excellent with a strong grounding in UK personal tax and cross-border planning
Commercially savvy with the ability to provide clear, practical advice to HNW clients
Personable, confident and proactive - a trusted adviser with emotional intelligence
A team player who enjoys collaboration but can also lead on matters independently
Why Apply?
Join a top-ranked team (Chambers HNW Band 2 - 2023) within a fast-growing Private Capital group
High-calibre, international client base with genuinely interesting, complex work
Strong internal culture with excellent development and progression prospects
Opportunity to work at the intersection of private wealth, philanthropy, and global tax strategy
