Partner- Private Client

Highly regarded Scottish law firm with a strong reputation across the private client market, is seeking an experienced and ambitious Private Client Partner to join its team in Glasgow. This is a strategic appointment offering the opportunity to play a key role in the continued development of an established private client practice.You will inherit a quality caseload, work with a loyal client base and have the autonomy to shape the future direction of the department. The firm advises high-net-worth individuals, business owners, landed estates, trustees and families on a broad range of wealth preservation and succession planning matters.

Role Profile:

As a Partner within the Private Client team, you will:

  • Advise clients on wills, trusts and succession planning.
  • Provide inheritance tax, capital gains tax and estate planning advice.
  • Assist high-net-worth individuals and family business owners with wealth preservation strategies.
  • Manage the administration of complex estates and executries.
  • Advise trustees, beneficiaries and family trusts.
  • Support clients with powers of attorney and guardianship matters.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Contribute to business development initiatives and raise the profile of the firm within the market.
  • Mentor and develop junior lawyers within the team.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Significant experience in private client law gained within a respected practice.
  • A proven track record of advising high-net-worth individuals and families.
  • Strong technical expertise across trusts, executries, tax and succession planning.
  • Excellent client relationship and networking skills.
  • A commercial and entrepreneurial approach.
  • Experience of business development and generating new instructions.
  • The ability to lead, mentor and inspire a successful team.
  • Existing following or portable business is welcomed but is not essential for exceptional candidates.

On Offer:

  • Partnership within a highly respected Scottish law firm.
  • Access to a strong and established client base.
  • Genuine influence over the growth and direction of the practice.
  • Competitive remuneration package.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
  • Excellent support infrastructure and resources.
  • Collaborative and collegiate partnership culture.

To Apply:

For a confidential discussion, to request the full job description or to apply, please contact:

David Thomson- Director

Tel: +44 (0) 141 244 0260

Email: david@thomsonlrc.com