PRIVATE WEALTH LAWYER 8 PQE+ (LEGAL DIRECTOR)
LEEDS (WITH HYBRID WORKING)
COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS
Haggerty Jaques is seeking a Private Wealth lawyer to join its client’s growing team in Leeds. If you are STEP qualified and have at least 8 years of experience in Private Wealth, this could be the opportunity for you.
The Role
Joining the firm at Legal Director level, you will manage a diverse caseload involving Private Client work, including Wills, Succession Planning, Inheritance Tax Planning, Trusts, Administration of Estates, and Lasting Powers of Attorney. You will primarily work with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and business owners, frequently addressing cross-border issues and handling complex deceased estates.
You will also engage in firm-wide projects and take on responsibilities beyond legal work, such as strategic business development and team oversight.
The Ideal Candidate
You are likely to have a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience as a solicitor or legal executive with a reputable regional or national firm. In some cases, pre-qualification experience may be considered if your caseload has been particularly complex.
We are looking for someone who has experience with high-net-worth clients and can independently manage cases while acting as a trusted advisor.
Your expertise should cover lifetime planning, estates, inheritance tax planning, and probate. Experience with contentious estates is advantageous, as you may need to navigate complex family dynamics in probate matters.
It is hoped that you will have supervised others previously, as this will be a feature of the role. The ability to generate new work from existing professional connections is a plus, though not essential. Ideally, you will be STEP qualified or have equivalent qualifications and experience. Strong cross-border experience is particularly desirable.
The Firm
Our client’s Private Wealth practice has a strong reputation for advising clients on the best structures for Wills, including those with business interests and complex family situations. It also provides guidance on trust creation, administration, and taxation. The team collaborates closely with Corporate specialists to offer insights on business succession.
What You’ll get In Return
Our client prides itself on fostering a supportive culture that values its employees. In return for your commitment, it offers competitive benefits, including generous annual leave, a private health scheme, wellness initiatives, and opportunities for professional development.
For a confidential discussion about this role and whether you might like to apply for it, please contact Amy Jaques or Katie Haggerty on 07740 662995 or 07974 131939.
Any PQE levels referred to in our adverts are shown purely as an indication and do not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.
