PRIVATE CLIENT FOCUS

LOOKING FOR PRIVATE CLIENT SPECIALISTS…

At Frasia Wright Associates, we are currently handling a range of challenging and exciting private client opportunities and are seeing an increase in demand for private client specialists within the profession at all levels, throughout Scotland. So, if you are looking for a new challenge as a private client lawyer, at any level – please contact us for a confidential discussion or visit our website. A small selection of what we have to offer is featured below:

NQ, Private Client Solicitor – Edinburgh (Assignment 15124)

Our client, a successful Scottish law firm, is currently recruiting an NQ Solicitor to join its leading Private Client team in Edinburgh. The role will involve inheritance tax planning, asset protection and succession planning, handling charitable trusts and executries.

To be considered for this position, you should be at NQ level, ideally, with private client experience gained during your traineeship. Candidates should expect to work towards a STEP accreditation in the longer term. The position is full-time and if of interest, please do not hesitate to contact either Teddie or Steph for an initial and confidential discussion. 

NQ-3, Private Client Solicitor – Fife (St Andrews/Cupar/Anstruther) / Dundee (Assignment 15056)

Our client, a successful UK law firm, is currently recruiting for a Solicitor to join its leading Private Client team.  The firm is flexible on location, and the successful candidate can be based in any of the following offices: Fife, St Andrews, Cupar, Anstruther or Dundee. The role will involve inheritance tax planning, asset protection and succession planning, handling charitable trusts and executries.

To be considered for this position, you should be at the NQ-3 PQE level, ideally with previous experience of private client work. Interested NQs should have gained some private client experience during their traineeship. Candidates should expect to work towards a STEP accreditation in the longer term. The position is full-time and if of interest, please do not hesitate to contact either Teddie or Steph for an initial and confidential discussion.

NQ+, Private Client Solicitor – Aberdeen/Deeside (Assignment 15039)

Due to the continued success and expansion of our client’s private client practice, this firm is seeking a qualified solicitor to join this busy team.  This role will involve all areas of private client work including wills, executries, powers of attorney and estate planning. This firm has several offices across Aberdeenshire and offers hybrid working.

The firm is open to level of candidate and will also consider NQ’s who have completed a training seat in this area of law. Previous experience of trusts would be desirable but is not essential.  If this position is of interest to you, please do not hesitate to contact either Teddie or Steph for an initial and confidential discussion.

1-6, Private Client / Conveyancing Solicitor – Glasgow (Assignment 15034)

Our client, a well-established law firm based in central Scotland, currently has a need for a qualified solicitor to join its busy practice in Glasgow.  The role will involve all aspects of private client work including wills, executries and powers of attorney.

The firm would be open to considering applications from candidates for either –

• A focused private client role working on a part-time basis (different working patterns are open to discussion), or
• A full-time role with a focus on private client work, and additionally providing support to the residential property team.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a successful firm with a small and friendly team.  The private client department has grown quickly over a short period of time, and this role represents a real chance for someone keen to assist the department’s growth.  The firm attracts work from all over Scotland, with the work being of a good quality, varied and interesting.  There is a genuine opportunity for development and progression as the firm continues to go from strength to strength.  A competitive package and hybrid working is available for the successful candidate.  If this position could be of interest, please do not hesitate to contact either Cameron or Teddie.

4+, Private Client Solicitor – Highlands (Assignment 15030)

This dynamic law firm is currently recruiting an Associate/Senior Associate with at least 4 years’ PQE to join its Private Client team in Inverness.  This is a newly created role in a highly regarded team, and you will be involved in all aspects of private client work, including:

• Drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Executory administration.
• Trust creation and administration.
• Tax planning.

To be considered You should have strong private client experience and ideally, experience in rural businesses.  Also, you should have achieved STEP Membership or be willing to work towards achieving this accreditation.  This position is full-time with a clear career path.  If of interest to you, please get in touch with Cameron or Frasia for an initial and confidential discussion.

NQ-4, Private Client Solicitor – Inverness (Assignment 15031)

This dynamic law firm is currently recruiting a qualified solicitor at the NQ-4 PQE level to join its Private Client team in Inverness.  This is a newly created role in a highly regarded team, and you will be involved in all aspects of private client work, including:

• Drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Executory administration.
• Trust creation and administration.
• Tax planning.

To be considered for this role, you should have previous private client experience and ideally, experience in rural businesses.  Also, you should have achieved STEP Membership or be willing to work towards achieving this accreditation.  This position is full time and if of interest to you, please get in touch with Cameron or Teddie for an initial and confidential discussion.

4+, Private Client – Edinburgh/Glasgow (Assignment 15007)

This dynamic law firm is currently recruiting an Associate Solicitor to join its established Private Client team. The post can be held in either the firm’s Glasgow or Edinburgh office. This is a varied and interesting role; you will advise on a wide range of private client matters including:

• Tax planning
• Wills
• Executry administration
• Powers of attorney

The firm is open to hearing from candidates at a more senior level, ideally 4 years PQE.  A strong background in Private Client work is essential along with a passion for building relationships with clients and colleagues. Actively contributing to business development is key to this role. As well as a flexible and supportive working environment, the firm offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. If this position interests you, please get in touch with Frasia or Cameron for an initial and confidential discussion.

4-6, Associate Personal and Family/Wills Executry – Edinburgh (Assignment 14864)

Our client is currently recruiting a Senior Solicitor to join its busy Personal and Family team in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will be involved in a wide range of private client matters including executries, powers of attorney, wills, and trust administrations.

To be considered for this position, you should be a qualified solicitor at the 4-6 years PQE level and have extensive knowledge of private client work. The team is keen to hear from candidates with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and previous experience of handling complex and challenging issues. If of interest to you, please get in touch with Cameron or Frasia for an initial and confidential discussion.

If any of the above positions are of interest or to discuss private client opportunities more generally, please get in touch with Frasia, Cameron, Teddie, or Stephanie for an initial and confidential discussion.

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