At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse caseloads and support complex international private client matters.
- Company: Leading UK Top 100 law firm known for its collaborative culture and exceptional client service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, generous leave, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with mentoring opportunities and regular salary reviews.
- Why this job: Join a progressive firm with high-quality international work and genuine career progression opportunities.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 3+ years’ PQE in Private Client.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Private Client Associate (3+ PQE) to join the highly regarded London office of a leading UK Top 100 law firm with a strong reputation for private wealth, international work and exceptional client service. The firm has experienced sustained growth in recent years and is recognised for its collaborative culture, investment in its people and high-quality work. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established and supportive team that advises a diverse portfolio of UK and international clients on complex cross-border private client matters.
The team has an established international focus, regularly advising individuals, families and trustees across multiple jurisdictions, including Europe and beyond. Working alongside experienced partners and senior lawyers, you will benefit from exposure to high-value, technically challenging work within a genuinely collaborative environment, whilst having clear opportunities to develop your own practice and specialist expertise.
The Role
- You will manage your own varied caseload whilst supporting on more complex international matters, including:
- International estate and succession planning
- Cross-border wills and probate
- Tax and trust advice
- Wealth preservation and asset structuring
- Advising high-net-worth individuals, families and business owners
- Working with overseas lawyers and professional advisers across multiple jurisdictions
Alongside your technical work, you will:
- Build and maintain long‑term client relationships
- Support business development initiatives, networking and thought leadership
- Contribute to the continued growth of the private client practice
- Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and support staff
- Play an active role in maintaining exceptional client service standards
About You
- You will ideally have:
- Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
- 3+ years’ PQE within Private Client
- Strong experience advising on international private client matters
- Experience managing your own caseload independently
- Excellent client relationship and communication skills
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
- An interest in mentoring junior team members and contributing to team success
Why Apply
This role offers the opportunity to join a progressive, people-focused firm that combines high-quality work with a genuinely supportive culture. You'll enjoy:
- High-quality international private client work
- A collaborative and well-resourced team
- Genuine opportunities for career progression
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Competitive salary and bonus potential
- Private medical insurance / healthcare cash plan
- Enhanced pension
- Generous annual leave with holiday purchase scheme
- Life assurance
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Enhanced family leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Regular salary reviews
- Income protection and additional wellbeing benefits
If you're looking to take the next step in your private client career with a respected national practice offering complex international work, excellent support and genuine progression opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Apply in confidence today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Private Client Associate employer: GerrardWhite
GerrardWhite is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where your expertise in risk management will be valued and impactful. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to continuous learning opportunities and the chance to work alongside senior leaders in a dynamic environment. Located in a vibrant area, our company offers a supportive atmosphere that encourages professional growth while ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
