Private Client Partner

This innovative, heavy-hitting Top 200 firm attracts high-quality work due to their dynamic, entrepreneurial and forward-thinking approach. They have been nationally recognised for their exceptional client service, commercial awareness, and expertise. This success has seen them achieve record growth over the past five years making now a very exciting time to join them on their journey and drive to further grow.

The Firm

This firm is multi-award winning and has received numerous accolades in national press in recent years. They have gone from strength to strength throughout 2020 and have ambitious plans to build on this in the coming years. This ambition is shared across the firm, and everyone from Managing Partner to support staff have a clear vision for the future and know what is required to get there. This means that the opportunity to progress and grow with the firm is genuinely unlimited.

The firm has a long and deep-rooted history. Whilst this means that they have an impressive roster of loyal clients, their fresh, modern and cutting-edge approach mean they are continually attracting new, and more prominent clients too. They have established themselves as the 'go-to' firm across several sectors, with a particular focus on insurance, commerce, and the health and care industry. You will find a range of clients, from OMBs and start-ups to multinationals and the public sector, making for a diverse and exciting caseload.

The reason for the firm's rapid growth over the past five years comes down to the talented individuals, that are a mix of homegrown, up and coming lawyers and strategic hires that have seen them enter a trajectory that is the envy of their competitors. This means that you can expect to be surrounded by some of the UK's most technically strong lawyers, whilst having the opportunity to progress your career in line with the firm's growth.

As with all modern businesses, the firm embraces agile working. You can split your time between the home and office, which has resulted in a sharp increase in productivity since being implemented. With significant investment in technology, wherever you are, you will be connected with your colleagues and will be able to communicate and collaborate effectively.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity for a Private Wealth Partner to join a heavy-hitting law firm, in their Leeds office. Due to unprecedented growth across the firm, and particularly within the Private Wealth department, they are looking for an entrepreneurial individual to take the reins and continue to drive them forward.

The team provides Private Wealth services to a range of UK and international individuals, business owners, entrepreneurs, and family businesses, in addition to UK and international banks, wealth managers, and trust companies. The work is often complex and multi-jurisdictional, ensuring an interesting and dynamic flow of work. The quality of the service in the firm's Private Wealth department has been nationally recognised, and you can expect to work alongside individuals who are widely regarded as experts in this field.

On a strategic level, you will work closely with the other Partners across the Private Wealth department, and across the firm. The firm has genuinely exciting plans to grow its presence internationally, and the Private Wealth department will play a vital role in this expansion due to its existing international contacts. The Private Wealth department is also one of the firm's most profitable departments.

This is an exciting opportunity to become a crucial member of the firm, offering a highly lucrative remuneration package, and a realistic prospect of obtaining equity in the near future.

Requirements

• You will be a Private Wealth Partner with at least ten years PQE (there is no upper limit in regards to the amount of experience)
• You will have good technical knowledge and experience handling high value, complex matters
• A transferable client base or strong network of contacts is highly advantageous
• You will have strong business development ability and will be able to build strong relationships with clients
• Ability to cross-sell other departments in the firm
• Experience of leading a team is also desirable

Remuneration

• Salary is competitive and negotiable depending on your level of experience, on offer is an excellent benefits package and bonus scheme

This is an exciting opportunity for a Private Wealth Partner to join a rapidly expanding firm, based in Manchester City Centre. You will play a critical role in the firm's success and will have the chance to make your mark.

Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.