Associate (3-7 PQE) – Private Wealth & Tax

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions

Job Location:

London - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 60000 - 85000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Salary:

Location: London

Our client is a leading international professional services firm with a strong reputation for delivering sophisticated legal solutions across multiple jurisdictions. Their Private Wealth & Tax group is seeking an experienced solicitor to join their London team advising a diverse range of high net-worth clients on managing and protecting their assets in the most tax-efficient manner whilst navigating complex UK and international tax obligations.

Key highlights:

Complex high-value work for internationally mobile HNW and UHNW clients

Cross-border practice spanning UK Europe Middle East US and Asia

Collaborative working across multiple international offices and departments

Sophisticated trust structuring asset protection and wealth planning matters

Direct client contact with family offices trustees and professional advisers

Excellent career development within a prestigious international firm

The Department

The Private Wealth & Tax group works with clients across major international financial centres including those based in the UK Europe the Middle East the US and Asia. Many clients are internationally mobile with personal wealth and business interests spanning numerous jurisdictions and sectors.

The team provides bespoke solutions for complex tax issues helping clients comply with UK and international tax obligations whilst maximising available reliefs. Youll work closely with professional fiduciaries private trustees family offices and international advisers to navigate legitimate tax mitigation wealth preservation asset protection and family governance.

Key Responsibilities

UK & International Tax Advisory: Advising on complex UK and international tax matters for individuals and corporates

Trust Structuring: Trust structuring administration taxation and governance across multiple jurisdictions

Asset Protection: Designing asset protection structures for high net-worth families

Wealth Planning: Lifetime planning and wealth planning for internationally mobile clients

Cross-Border Coordination: Coordinating with local and international professional advisers bankers and family offices

Bespoke Solutions: Providing tailored solutions across multiple jurisdictions

Client Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with HNW/UHNW clients

Business Development: Contributing to business development activities both internally and externally

Technical Excellence: Staying current with UK and international tax developments and legislation

Essential Requirements

Experience & Qualifications: 3-7 years PQE with strong private wealth and personal tax experience

Leading practice background gained at a reputable law firms personal tax practice

Strong technical knowledge of both onshore and offshore tax

Comprehensive understanding of trusts and asset structuring (UK and international)

Technical Skills: Tax expertise across UK and international jurisdictions

Trust law proficiency including structuring administration and governance

Asset structuring knowledge for wealth preservation and protection Competent drafting skills with excellent attention to detail Cross-border coordination experience with international advisers

Key Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and prioritising abilities Relationship building skills with clients partners and colleagues Proactive and resilient approach with ability to remain calm under pressure Adaptable team player with common-sense approach to problem-solving Commercial awareness and understanding of client business objectives

Desirable Skills: STEP membership (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) US/UK tax planning experience Business development interest and experience Multi-jurisdictional practice experience

What We Offer

Financial Package: Competitive salary: (dependent on experience) Performance-related bonus scheme Comprehensive pension scheme with employer contributions Professional membership fees covered including STEP and Law Society

Career Development: Sophisticated high-value work with HNW and UHNW clients International exposure across multiple jurisdictions and offices Clear progression pathways within a leading international firm Professional development support including training and qualifications Mentorship opportunities from experienced partners and senior practitioners Business development support and networking opportunities

Additional Benefits: Private healthcare and wellbeing programmes Life assurance and income protection Generous annual leave entitlement Flexible working arrangements Modern London office with excellent transport links International collaboration opportunities Employee assistance programme Social activities and firm events

About the Firm

Our client is an established international professional services firm with a strong reputation for delivering sophisticated legal solutions across multiple jurisdictions. With offices spanning key financial centres globally the firm provides cross-border advice across corporate dispute resolution employment innovation private client and real estate matters serving an international community of high net-worth individuals and institutions.

Why they stand out: International reach: Offices across major financial centres globally Sophisticated client base: HNW and UHNW individuals family offices and institutions Cross-border expertise: Strong multi-jurisdictional capabilities Collaborative culture: Supportive team environment with international collaboration Professional excellence: Commitment to delivering exceptional client service Career development: Investment in professional growth and progression

Location & Working Arrangements

Location: London office with excellent transport connections Working Arrangements: Flexible working options available Team Environment: Collaborative international team with supportive culture Client Base: HNW/UHNW individuals family offices trustees and institutions across multiple jurisdictions Start Date: As soon as possible for the right candidate

Ready to Advance Your Private Wealth Career

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading international law firm where youll handle sophisticated high-value private wealth and tax matters for internationally mobile HNW and UHNW clients. With complex cross-border work international collaboration and excellent career development within a prestigious firm this role offers the perfect platform for an ambitious private wealth solicitor to flourish.

Dont miss this opportunity to work on bespoke tax solutions across multiple jurisdictions whilst building relationships with family offices trustees and professional advisers. The successful candidate will enjoy intellectually challenging work international exposure and clear progression pathways within a firm that values technical excellence and client service.

Contact Details: Mara Watson Senior Recruitment Consultant 0

Reference: 46190

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Job DescriptionSalary: Location: LondonOur client is a leading international professional services firm with a strong reputation for delivering sophisticated legal solutions across multiple jurisdictions. Their Private Wealth & Tax group is seeking an experienced solicitor to join their London team...