Senior Private Client Lawyer Job at Douglas Scott (Cobham)

Senior Private Client Lawyer

My client is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join their thriving...

Location

United Kingdom , Cobham

Salary:

Not provided

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 5 years’ PQE in private client law
Confident in managing own caseload
Demonstrate exceptional organisational skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure
Strong business development and networking abilities will be an asset in contributing to the department’s ongoing growth

Job Responsibility

Advising new and existing clients effectively and efficiently, recording all advice given
Regular client liaison and coordination with third parties, including expert witnesses, courts, counsel, beneficiaries, probate registry, and HMRC
Working closely with secretarial staff to ensure the timely preparation of legal documents
Staying up to date with professional development and best practices
Accurately recording billable time and ensuring timely client billing
Complying with SRA regulations regarding client accounts, professional conduct, and client care
Proactively engaging in business development activities to promote the firm’s services
Meeting set billing and chargeable hour targets

What we offer

Hybrid working
You will be part of a supportive and friendly team
Career progression

Fulltime

Legal & Regulatory Risk Lawyer / Senior Legal & Regulatory Risk Lawyer

The role of the OGC team at BCLP is to ensure that the firm and individuals with...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solicitor or barrister admitted in England & Wales or a similar common law jurisdiction
Experience of working in legal and regulatory compliance, ideally in an international law firm or for a legal regulator
Experience of working as a fee earner in private practice
Strongly service-oriented, with commercial acumen, and enthusiasm for the challenges of providing services and resources in a large, multi-office law firm setting
Ability to be flexible and adaptable to support the priorities and strategies of the firm
Strong technical IT skills and experience in the design, implementation or management of any technology-based compliance systems and processes (including the use of Gen AI tools) would be an advantage

Job Responsibility

Assist in managing the OGC team query in box (on a rota basis) and act as a first point of contact for internal legal and regulatory risk queries and as a point of escalation for junior lawyers and trainees, assisting them to finalise draft responses
Address various areas of legal and regulatory risk, including issues concerning the regulation and governance of the firm, the SRA Standards & Regulations, and a broad variety of issues concerning the business, its lawyers and other business professionals
Specific legal, regulatory and compliance areas of focus will include the following and will involve supervising and acting as an escalation point for more junior team members: responding to queries and working on projects relating to client engagement, limitation of liability, anti-bribery & corruption, share dealing, outside interests, referral fees, file transfer, escrow arrangements, confidentiality undertakings, NDAs, DAC6/UK MDR, and modern slavery
consideration of whether something is reportable to the SRA or other authority
responding to queries and working on projects relating to HR issues, including the on-boarding of lateral hire partners and/or teams, staff departures, supporting investigations where there might be a regulatory or other reporting obligation
drafting or reviewing and updating risk and compliance policies, procedures and guidance and reviewing and updating risk assessments
working as part of the wider Risk & Regulatory team on various projects to respond to key areas of legal/ regulatory risk to the firm or regulatory developments
supporting the legal and regulatory aspects of strategic projects
drafting and delivering compliance training to various groups, including new starters and trainees, mitigate key risks, educate and empower a risk aware and speak up culture
supporting the firm’s supplier procurement process by assisting with legal contract review

Fulltime

Senior Associate

A prestigious law firm based in Guildford is seeking a Senior Associate to join ...

Location

United Kingdom , Guildford

Salary:

70000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx) with experience in private client law
STEP qualification is highly desirable
Strong technical understanding across estate planning, trusts, probate, and tax matters
Confident managing a full caseload independently with high attention to detail
Empathetic, personable, and professional in supporting clients during emotionally challenging periods
A genuine interest in mentoring and team development

Job Responsibility

Manage a varied and complex caseload of private client matters, including wills, powers of attorney, inheritance tax and capital gains tax planning, estate administration, and trust creation and management
Advise high-net-worth individuals and families on sensitive matters such as succession planning, lifetime gifting, and estate preservation
Handle significant estates with professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
Support and mentor junior lawyers within the team, fostering professional development
Contribute to marketing and business development initiatives, helping to build lasting client relationships and enhance the firm’s profile in the private client sector

What we offer

Hybrid working available
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
Firmwide bonus scheme and generous pension contributions
Excellent career progression with a top regional firm

Fulltime

Private Client lawyer

A leading Channel Islands law firm is looking to appoint lawyers to join its gro...

Location

Jersey , Jersey

Salary:

77000.00 - 120000.00 GBP / Year

Jameson Legal

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified private client lawyer
Good experience in trusts work
Stable career history including good experience within a highly-rated London or top-tier national/regional UK private client team
1+ PQE up to Senior Associate level

Job Responsibility

Advising a broad range of private clients and institutional parties on trust and private wealth matters with an international dimension
Work spans both advisory and transactional elements of private wealth practice
Involvement in the establishment, ongoing administration and restructuring of wealth-holding structures
Advice on succession and governance issues
Collaboration with advisers and intermediaries in multiple jurisdictions on cross-border matters

What we offer

Competitive remuneration package
Relocation assistance

Fulltime

Private Client Senior Associate/Partner

A leading private client practice in Gloucestershire is seeking an experienced S...

Location

United Kingdom , Gloucestershire

Salary:

60000.00 - 90000.00 GBP / Year

Jameson Legal

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in private client work
Demonstrable experience in high-value estate administration and trust matters
Confident client-facing and relationship management skills
Ability to mentor junior colleagues and support team growth
Commercial awareness and the ability to work independently on complex matters

Job Responsibility

Leading complex estate planning, trust creation, and administration matters
Providing strategic advice on succession and tax planning for high-net-worth clients
Advising and supporting elderly or vulnerable clients, including powers of attorney and deputyships
Mentoring junior Lawyers and contributing to the development of the private client team
Representing clients in Court of Protection or other relevant proceedings
Contributing to business development and client relationship management

What we offer

Work within a respected, established private client team
Opportunity to manage high-value and complex client matters
Supportive environment with career progression and business development opportunities

Fulltime

Senior Private Client Solicitor

A long-established and highly regarded Birmingham law firm is seeking to appoint...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

85000.00 GBP / Year

Jameson Legal

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

UK qualified solicitor
Significant experience within a well-respected private wealth or private client team
Proven track record of advising high-net-worth individuals and families
Broad, generalist private client expertise
Experience of cross-selling services and collaborating with other practice areas
Demonstrably stable career history
Experience managing, mentoring and developing junior lawyers

Job Responsibility

Advising on wills, trusts, estate and tax planning, probate, and wider succession planning
Managing and further developing long-standing client relationships
Contributing at a senior strategic level
Supporting the firm’s wider growth objectives
Mentoring and developing the next generation of lawyers

What we offer

An attractive remuneration package and partnership prospects

Fulltime

Senior Corporate Associate

A standout opportunity for a senior associate to join the corporate team of a to...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

95000.00 - 120000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5–8 years’ PQE from a recognised City, West End, or leading regional firm
Strong M&A and private company experience, with confidence leading transactions
An interest in developing new business and expanding client relationships
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a strong commercial mindset
Experience with cross-border deals or language skills (e.g. French) would be an asset

Job Responsibility

Take a lead role on transactions and oversee juniors
Engage directly with clients and build long-term relationships
Play an active role in business development and networking
Contribute to the firm’s growth strategy and mentor junior lawyers

What we offer

Clear route to partnership
Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment

Fulltime

New

Senior Knowledge Lawyer - Wealth and Tax

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Knowledge Lawyer to j...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

120000.00 - 180000.00 GBP / Year

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive experience in Tax, Private Client or Private Wealth
Experience as a KL/PSL or strong fee-earner wanting to transition
Excellent drafting, communication, and organisational skills
Confident, proactive, and comfortable working independently
Strong interest in legal tech, efficiency, and innovation

Job Responsibility

Driving the knowledge strategy for the Private Wealth & Tax group
Creating and updating precedents, guides, and training materials
Monitoring legal developments and delivering updates internally and externally
Supporting business development with thought leadership and client content
Advising on technical queries and enhancing best practice across the team
Working closely with Partners, fee-earners, and the wider Knowledge Lawyer group

What we offer

Bonus
Excellent Benefits
Clear progression (including partnership track for KLs)
Supportive culture
Flexible working
High-profile client exposure

Fulltime

Senior Private Client Lawyer

Douglas Scott

Location:
United Kingdom , Cobham

Category:
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Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
April 30, 2025

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