PR/028556
Our client, a leading legal practice, is seeking a highly skilled lawyer to join their dynamic International Trusts and Private Client (ITPC) team in St Peter Port, Guernsey. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-value, multi-jurisdictional matters within a cohesive and ambitious team that combines expertise in private wealth advisory, structuring, and dispute resolution. If you’re experienced in non-contentious trust matters and are passionate about developing relationships and supporting teams, this role could be your next career milestone!
Non-Contentious Trust Expertise: Extensive experience advising on trust structures, asset management, and estate planning for high-net-worth clients.
Cross-Jurisdictional Knowledge: Ability to provide guidance across multiple legal systems, ensuring effective governance over successive generations.
Leadership: Experience in mentoring, managing, and developing junior fee earners to enhance team capabilities.
Commercial Acumen: A strong grasp of matter management, financial performance, and business-building initiatives.
Communication: Superior ability to present, delegate, and network both internally and externally.
Provide expert legal advice on Guernsey-related private client matters.
Advise high-net-worth families and trustees on estate and succession planning.
Collaborate with dispute resolution and corporate teams on multi-disciplinary projects.
Supervise and support associates, paralegals, and secretarial staff within the department.
Lead practice-building efforts including networking, proposals, and client relationship development.
Professional qualification as a Solicitor or Barrister (common law jurisdiction preferred).
At least 8 years of post-qualification experience within a relevant practice.
STEP qualification and specific offshore experience are advantageous.
Strong organizational, business-building, and interpersonal communication skills.
A proactive and collaborative approach combined with a willingness to develop and adapt.
Access to high-value, complex cases in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Attractive remuneration and benefits package tailored to suit your lifestyle.
Clear progression opportunities within a globally recognized practice.
More information about this role is available upon request – contact the team today for further details.
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