Legal Director/Partner

Private Client Legal Director / Partner

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

Glasgow | Hybrid & Flexible Working

If you’re an experienced private client solicitor operating at Legal Director or Partner level (or ready to make that move), this is a great opportunity to play a key role in the next stage of growth for a developing private client practice in Glasgow.

You’ll work closely with high‑net‑worth individuals, families and trustees on complex, high‑value matters while helping to shape the direction, profile and future of the private client offering. This role suits someone who enjoys a mix of technical work, client relationships and strategic input, with the freedom to build something over the long term.

What’s on offer

• Appointment at Legal Director or Partner level
• High‑value and technically complex private client work
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Genuine opportunity to influence and grow a private client practice
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package

The role

As a senior private client lawyer, you’ll advise on the full spectrum of private client matters, including wills, trusts, estates, succession planning, inheritance tax and powers of attorney. You’ll take the lead on complex instructions, acting as a trusted adviser to clients and professional referrers.

Alongside client work, you’ll play an active role in developing the private client offering, raising its profile, and supporting business development and networking activity. Mentoring and guiding junior colleagues will also form part of the role, helping to develop the next generation within the team.

About you

This role would suit a Private Client Legal Director or Partner who:

• Is Scottish qualified with extensive private client experience
• Has expertise across complex estates, trusts and wealth‑planning work
• Is confident managing high‑value matters independently
• Enjoys building long‑term client and referrer relationships
• Is commercially minded, with clear ambition to grow and shape a practice
• Brings sound professional judgement and a collaborative approach

The environment

You’ll be joining a forward‑looking private client team where senior lawyers are given the autonomy to develop their practice while working in a collegiate and supportive environment. The focus is on sustainable growth, quality client relationships and giving senior lawyers the platform to make a genuine impact. xwzovoh

If you’re a private client lawyer in Glasgow considering a Legal Director or Partner‑level move, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

How to Apply:

• Online: Apply with your updated CV via the provided link
• Contact: For immediate consideration, contact Becky Newton at G2 Legal

We look forward to hearing from you.