International Private Wealth Lawyer | London

US Qualified | International Tax, Trusts & Estates

An excellent opportunity for a US-qualified lawyer to develop their career within a highly regarded international private wealth practice in London.

Lex Exec is working with an established international law firm seeking to appoint a talented US-qualified lawyer to its London-based Private Wealth and Tax practice.

The opportunity will appeal to an ambitious lawyer with a strong foundation in US taxation, trusts and estate planning who is interested in developing a sophisticated international advisory practice.

Working with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, internationally mobile families, entrepreneurs and family offices, you will advise on complex matters involving cross-border taxation, succession planning and wealth structuring.

The Opportunity

You will join an established team advising an international client base on a broad range of private wealth matters.

Your work will include:

Advising individuals and families on US and international tax and estate planning
Structuring trusts and other arrangements for internationally held assets
Advising on the tax implications of international relocation, residency and citizenship
Estate and gift tax planning for clients with interests across multiple jurisdictions
Tax-efficient structuring of personal and family investments
Preparing technical advice on complex US tax matters
Drafting wills, trusts and associated estate planning documentation
Working directly with clients and professional advisers on sensitive and often complex matters

The position offers considerable variety, meaningful client exposure and the opportunity to develop expertise across both technical tax advisory and private client planning.

About You

We are interested in speaking with US-qualified lawyers who have developed relevant experience in private client taxation, trusts and estate planning.

The ideal candidate will offer:

Admission to practise law in the United States (essential)
Approximately 2–5 years of relevant legal experience, although strong candidates outside this range may also be considered
A sound understanding of US federal taxation, particularly as it relates to individuals, trusts and estates
Experience researching complex tax issues and preparing written legal advice
Exposure to wills, trusts and estate planning documentation
Strong analytical, drafting and communication skills
An interest in working with international clients on sophisticated cross-border matters

A Juris Doctor (JD), an LL.M. in Taxation or a relevant academic concentration in tax and estate planning would be advantageous.

Previous international experience, particularly in London, would be welcomed but is not essential.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to establish or further develop an international private wealth career within a collaborative and highly regarded legal practice.

The position offers:

Exposure to sophisticated international private client and tax matters
A diverse client base including wealthy individuals, families and family offices
The opportunity to work alongside experienced international tax and private wealth specialists
High-quality, intellectually challenging work spanning multiple jurisdictions
Direct client contact and opportunities for professional development
A collaborative working environment with an international outlook
Hybrid working, typically 2–3 days per week in the London office
A flexible benefits package

Location

London | Hybrid Working

We welcome enquiries from suitably qualified lawyers already practising in London, as well as US-based attorneys who may be considering the next stage of their careers internationally.

All enquiries will be handled in strict confidence. No approach will be made to any employer without your prior agreement.

U.S. Tax Associate | International Private Client & Tax | London