Private Client – Partner / Senior Associate – Taunton – 8+ PQE

Overview

In this role you will lead a high-quality Private Client caseload within a growing, employee-owned regional firm. You will mentor junior lawyers, drive client relationships and business development, and contribute to the strategic growth of the Taunton office. The focus is on Wills, trusts, probate, and tax planning for high-net-worth individuals. You’ll work in a values-driven environment with hybrid working and clear progression opportunities.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive remuneration and profit share
• employee-owned structure with a voice in firm strategy
• hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• private medical insurance and wellbeing support
• clear progression and leadership opportunities

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a caseload across wills, trusts, estate planning, probate and estate administration
• Advise high-net-worth individuals and families on wealth protection and tax planning
• Mentor and develop junior lawyers
• Lead business development and client relationship initiatives
• Contribute to the strategic growth and direction of the Taunton office

Key requirements

• 8+ years PQE in Private Client
• Strong technical expertise across the full range of private client matters
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Proven ability to win and retain high-value work
• Leadership experience and ability to mentor others
• Commercial awareness and proactive approach
• Strong presence in the local market

• excellent communication
• client care
• leadership
• Wills, trusts, and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Tax planning and wealth protection

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