Private Client - Partner

This leading independent Scottish firm is seeking to appoint a talented Partner to help lead their growing Private Client team in Edinburgh.

If you have Partnership aspirations this is an excellent opportunity to enter a Legal 500 firm with an established client base and a culture well-known for being welcoming and flexible.

What is the firm like?

This Top 200 independent Scottish firm prides itself on providing expert legal advice, tailored specifically to their client. Whether a large multinational or a small family, this business seeks to develop long-term relationships with its clients, built on a foundation of trust and legal prowess.

The firm has grown off the back of this and has received numerous Chambers & Partners, as well as Legal 500 rankings in recognition of the firm's success in developing some of the most astute and knowledgeable legal talents in Scotland.

Setting this firm apart from its competition is its ability to provide first-rate legal advice at the same time as constructing an outstanding working environment and culture for its staff. Those who join the firm tend to stay because of this flexible and honest environment and are rewarded with excellent progression opportunities.

For those looking for professional development, the Partners at the firm are an excellent store of knowledge and are known to be incredibly generous with their time. Trainees and solicitors are often found working directly alongside Partners showing there are no barriers to learning and development - it is actively encouraged.

If you are a legal professional who is keen to develop in-depth expertise in your chosen practice area and progress in your career while working in a supportive and rewarding environment, this firm is an excellent fit.

What will you be doing?

Working as part of this collegiate Legal 500 team, you will support this established and growing Private Client team to service a dynamic caseload of clients. Variety of work creates a refreshing role where you will take ownership of clients to provide a range of advice on succession, asset protection, tax and executry administration.

You will have managerial responsibility over a friendly team of private client solicitors and support staff, taking on work with large trusts and estates, HNW individuals, supporting succession planning, creating and executing wills and power of attorneys, as well as working on guardianship and capacity cases.

There is a ready-made book of work to pick up with clients and cases span the full gamut of size and complexity, making for an engaging and diverse role.

Fulfilling and client-focused, you will be in a position to progress towards the upper ranks of this leading firm and develop a market-leading private client practice, taking a decisive step forward in your career.

What are you like?

• You are an experienced Private Client solicitor at Partner level or looking to step up
• Thrive managing a varied caseload independently with a range of clients including high-net-worth individuals
• You have strong leadership skills and are able to successfully manage a team from the front
• Has strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with clients and colleagues alike.
• Are well organised and can prioritise efficiently
• Has a good understanding of the financial matters relating to Private Client work

Why should you join?

• Join a friendly and motivated team in a growing firm with an esteemed reputation
• Clear career progression pathway
• Opportunity to develop a market-leading practice
• Highly competitive salary
• Excellent benefits including

Apply now for immediate consideration or call Jules Grieve on 0753 470 9666 for a confidential chat.