NEWLY QUALIFIED NQ- 1 YR PQE - PRIVATE CLIENT [BOUTIQUE EDINBURGH PRACTICE]
3 days ago
Edinburgh
New Private Client Opportunity – Boutique Edinburgh Practice Are you ready to specialise in Private Client law within a collaborative, high-calibre team? Join a respected boutique firm in Edinburgh where you'll advise high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurial families on complex and rewarding matters. Key Responsibilities: • Advise individuals and family businesses on protecting and preserving wealth., • Guide families in selecting the most suitable asset-holding structures (e.g., trusts, partnerships, family investment companies)., • Draft accurate and comprehensive legal documents related to:, • Family and business governance, • Succession and tax planning, • Commercial and corporate matters, • Asset protection and mediation, • Develop estate and succession planning solutions, including Wills and philanthropy planning., • Work closely with family business clients to address continuity, conflict resolution, and challenging dynamics., • Manage your own caseload while mentoring junior colleagues and supporting the wider team., • Ensure timely and professional problem-solving for clients., • Consistently meet or exceed personal financial and performance targets., • Stay current with developments in private client law through training and industry events., • Collaborate with a network of professionals (accountants, tax advisers, lawyers, wealth managers) to provide integrated advice., • Contribute to the firm's thought leadership by writing articles, blogs, and publications., • Support internal colleagues across departments and share knowledge., • Comply with all financial, time-recording, and AML procedures., • Maintain precise and up-to-date records within the firm's document management system. What We’re Looking For: • Interest and passion for working in private client - ideally you will have experience in this area, • A client-focused mindset with strong interpersonal skills., • A proactive and commercial approach to legal practice., • Good with people!, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. OFFICE BASED IN EDINBURGH 3 DAYS A WEEK - 2 WORKING FROM HOME. Why Join Us? This is a truly impressive firm. The team is successful, friendly, and genuinely supportive. They actively encourage their lawyers to engage in high-quality work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The firm offers excellent training and support, and benefits from a well-recognised, reputable brand in the legal industry. For more information please contact Liz Frost for a confidential discussion: E: or call T: 0131 538 0900 M: 07399933089