Senior Associate - Private Client, Tax & ImmigrationPermanent London Top-Tier Private Client PracticeA prestigious law firm with a standout reputation in the private wealth and tax arena is looking to appoint a Senior Associate to its growing Private Client & Tax Group in London. This role sits at the heart of the firm's Private Capital Group, a key strategic area of growth, and offers exposure to some of the most complex and high-value private client work in the market.This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong and commercially astute private client lawyer who wants to work with an impressive international client base and take a leading role in delivering bespoke wealth, tax and succession planning advice.The RoleAs a Senior Associate, you will work with a diverse range of clients including:HNW and UHNW individualsFamily officesTrusteesEntrepreneurs and start-upsFinancial institutionsMany clients have international elements to their affairs, particularly involving the US and the Middle East, and are active in sectors such as technology, finance, media, entertainment, and sport.

You will advise on a full spectrum of private client and tax matters, including:UK and cross-border succession planning, wills, and estate structuringEstablishing and advising on trusts, foundations, FICs, and partnershipsComplex tax planning involving inheritance tax, income tax, capital gains tax, and non-dom issuesInternational estate planning, domicile/residency advice, and foreign counsel coordinationAdvising trustees and beneficiaries on trust law, restructuring, and complianceTax-efficient structuring of UK residential property holdingsIssues around philanthropy, charity law, and impact investmentMental capacity issues and Lasting Powers of AttorneyNavigating global transparency and reporting obligations (CRS, FATCA, etc.)

Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will be:A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with significant PQE (likely 5+ years)Experienced at a top-tier private client firm or recognised practiceTechnically excellent with a strong grounding in UK personal tax and cross-border planningCommercially savvy with the ability to provide clear, practical advice to HNW clientsPersonable, confident and proactive - a trusted adviser with emotional intelligenceA team player who enjoys collaboration but can also lead on matters independently

Why Apply?Join a top-ranked team (Chambers HNW Band 2 - 2023) within a fast-growing Private Capital groupHigh-calibre, international client base with genuinely interesting, complex workStrong internal culture with excellent development and progression prospectsOpportunity to work at the intersection of private wealth, philanthropy, and global tax strategy