Overview
Private Client Associate – 3+ years PQE – Bristol
Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available)
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £60,000 – £80,000
Chadwick Nott is pleased to be working with a leading international law firm to recruit an Associate for their Private Client team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded practice advising high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals on complex UK and international private wealth matters.
Key Responsibilities
You will work alongside experienced partners and senior lawyers on a broad range of private client matters, including:
- UK tax and estate planning, including lifetime trusts, family investment companies, and succession planning
- Cross-border estate planning and offshore trust structuring for international clients
- Trust and estate administration, including advice to UK and offshore trustees
- Charity law and the establishment and management of charitable entities
- Advising business owners and entrepreneurs on tax-efficient exits and wealth structuring
- Collaborating with immigration, corporate, private equity, and property teams to deliver integrated advice
- Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to the growth of the practice
Candidate Profile
- Qualified solicitor or CILEX lawyer with experience in private client work
- Strong technical knowledge of UK and international estate planning, personal tax, and trust law
- Experience advising high-net-worth individuals and families
- Commercial awareness and excellent communication skills
- Interest in business development and client relationship management
- Candidates with more or less experience, including paralegals with relevant expertise, will be considered
Career Development
The firm offers a structured career development programme, including:
- Clear progression pathways and performance expectations
- Early responsibility and client exposure
- Regular feedback and mentoring
- Tailored technical and skills training
- Recognition based on contribution and potential, not just PQE
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus structure
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Private medical insurance and pension scheme
- Generous annual leave
- Wellbeing initiatives and support networks
- Inclusive and collaborative working culture
To apply or discuss the role in confidence, contact:
oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
LinkedIn: Olivia Reed
Chadwick Nott is proud to support this recruitment and welcomes confidential enquiries. Experience levels are a guideline only.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £60000 – £80000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol
