Private Client Partner - Guildford

Henderson Scott Limited; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Private Client Partner - Guildford, Surrey
Location: Guildford
Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: Flexible

A highly regarded law firm with a strong presence in the South East is seeking a Private Client Partner to join its expanding team based in Guildford. This opportunity offers a senior solicitor the chance to take on a leadership position within a firm known for delivering high-quality, technically complex private client services to a diverse and affluent client base.

The firm's Private Client team is particularly recognised for its work with high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and international families, frequently advising on cross-border estate planning, trusts, and inheritance tax matters.

The Role
The successful candidate will play a key role in the ongoing growth and strategic development of the Private Client offering in Guildford, while managing a caseload of complex matters and nurturing existing and new client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on complex estate and succession planning, including the use of trusts and tax-efficient structures
• Managing high-value probate and estate administration matters
• Advising on the creation and administration of lifetime and post-death trusts
• Working collaboratively with other departments on multi-disciplinary instructions
• Playing a proactive role in business development and relationship management
• Leading, mentoring and supporting the development of junior team members

Candidate Requirements

• A senior Private Client Solicitor with ideally 8+ years' PQE
• Extensive experience advising on high-value, complex and cross-border matters
• Ideally STEP qualified or with a strong technical private client background
• Demonstrated ability to win and retain business through relationship-led service
• Strong leadership skills and a collaborative, client-centric mindset
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to practice development

What's on Offer

• A genuine partnership-level opportunity within a leading regional firm
• Competitive salary with a strong benefits and bonus package
• A modern, supportive, and inclusive working culture
• Hybrid working options and a focus on work-life balance
• An opportunity to help shape and grow a successful Private Client department

Application
This is a rare and exciting chance for a Private Client specialist to step into a senior leadership role with a respected and forward-thinking firm. Applications are welcomed from those ready to take the next step in their career in a high-quality and supportive environment.