Private Client 12 month FTC

Guildford Temporary View Job Description
This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity for a qualified lawyer (2+ PQE) to join a top-tier Private Client team, advising UK clients on succession and tax planning. The role offers a mix of high-quality legal work, client development, and hybrid working within a collaborative and inclusive international firm.
  • Work on high-quality matters involving UK succession and tax planning.
  • Be part of a firm that values collaboration, authenticity, and forward-thinking.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong focus on private capital, operating at the intersection of personal, family, and business matters. Known for building deep and trusted relationships, the firm delivers meaningful value through empathy, clarity, and a jargon-free approach. They are committed to responsible business practices, diversity, inclusion, and hybrid working arrangements (typically 60/40 office/remote split).

Job Description

Provide clear, practical, and commercial legal advice to UK-based clients.

Manage a varied workload efficiently, with appropriate supervision.

Draft complex legal documents using relevant precedents.

Conduct legal research with a commercial lens.

Supervise and delegate tasks to junior team members where appropriate.

Participate in client seminars, presentations, and pitches.

Identify and pursue client development opportunities.

Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory standards.

The Successful Applicant

Qualified solicitor in England and Wales (or equivalent, e.g. CILEX) with 2+ years' PQE.

Strong expertise in domestic and international succession and tax planning.

STEP qualification is advantageous.

Demonstrates sound judgement and commercial awareness.

Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

Proactive, flexible, and capable of managing a broad caseload.

Effective communicator who builds rapport with clients.

Committed to teamwork and personal growth.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work on a fixed-term contract with a reputable professional services organisation.
  • Exposure to a wide range of private client legal matters.
  • Supportive and professional work environment.



This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your career in the legal department of the professional services industry. If this role aligns with your expertise and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply

Contact
Charlie Ricks
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6880138
Phone number
+442072691749

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Private Client
Sector
Business Services
Location
Guildford
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Charlie Ricks
Consultant phone
+442072691749
Job reference
JN-112025-6880138