Onshore Private Wealth Associate/Senior Associate

Onshore Private Wealth Associate/Senior Associate | 4-5 years’ PQE | Chambers, Spears & L500 Ranked

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented and ambitious Private Wealth Associate or Senior Associate (4-5 PQE) to join one of London’s leading private client teams, consistently ranked Tier 1 in Chambers High Net Worth and The Legal 500.

With high-quality work, a thriving team environment, and a clear path for progression within a practice that sets the standard for private client excellence.

The Firm

This full-service, award-winning firm has a long-standing reputation in the private wealth world. It acts for some of the most prominent UK-domiciled HNW and UHNW individuals, family offices, entrepreneurs, and trustees. Known for its discretion, technical expertise, and commercial acumen, the firm provides joined-up advice across personal tax, estate planning, family governance, and related property and business interests.

With a genuinely collaborative, partner-led approach, the firm offers an excellent platform for lawyers looking to elevate their career in a supportive and ambitious environment.

The Team

The private wealth team is regarded as one of the best in the UK, especially for onshore private client work. The group is led by two highly regarded partners—well known in the industry for their approachability, mentorship, and technical strength. The team recently attracted a lateral hire from another leading private client practice, reflecting its strong market reputation and appeal.

The Role

This is a strategic growth hire, reflecting the strength of the team’s existing pipeline. You will work closely with senior lawyers and partners on a wide range of matters for UK-based high-net-worth individuals and families, including:

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• Succession planning and estate structuring
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• Complex will drafting and powers of attorney
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• Family governance frameworks
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• Trust formation, administration, and restructuring
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• High-value estate administration and related tax advice
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• Integration of legal advice with residential property and family business structures
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The Ideal Candidate

You will be a UK-qualified solicitor with ideally 4–5 years’ PQE and a strong background in onshore private client law. You’ll be comfortable advising on complex tax, trusts, and estate matters for HNW clients.

You will also:

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• Have trained or qualified at a top-tier private client firm in London or a well-regarded regional firm
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• Be technically strong, with excellent drafting and problem-solving skills
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• Show a genuine interest in building long-term client relationships
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• Be collaborative, proactive, and ambitious for career growth
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What’s on Offer

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• Join a Tier 1-ranked private client team with a first-class client base
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• Supportive, collaborative team culture with a long-term approach to career development
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• Realistic 1300 chargeable hours target and a transparent bonus scheme (up to 10%)
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• Hybrid working model – typically 2–3 days per week in the office, with flexibility
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• Structured induction and onboarding programme for new joiners
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• A chance to do top-quality work without compromising work-life balance
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If you're a talented private client lawyer looking for a fresh challenge at a truly market-leading firm, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration, or get in touch with Charlie Simpkin at JMC Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.