Partner & Head of Private Client Services

About the job

LINDEMANNLAW

LAW. TAX. INTELLIGENCE. For Entrepreneurs.

We are a globally leading law firm supporting influential entrepreneurs, families and companies in all areas of their professional and private lives in Switzerland and worldwide with a comprehensive range of services in litigation and arbitration, commercial law, tax advice, notarial services, relocation, residence permits, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, holding structures, trusts, foundations, investment funds and strategic consulting. We assist our clients in obtaining regulatory approvals, stock exchange listings, bond issuances, structured products and blockchain-based token offerings. Furthermore, we advise on government relations and lobbying as well as negotiations on high-level transactions. Our clients include many of the most successful Swiss and international entrepreneurs from industry and finance as well as numerous Forbes billionaires.

Position: Partner & Head of Private Client Services

Location: Zurich

Workload: 100% full-time

Objective

The Partner & Head of Private Client Services is responsible for leading the Private Client Services division of the firm and provides competent legal advice to wealthy individuals, families and family offices.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the development of comprehensive inheritance and succession plans to ensure a smooth transfer of assets between generations
• Advising clients on drafting and structuring wills, trusts, prenuptial agreements and other legal documents for effective protection and transfer of assets
• Advising on complex cross-border inheritance issues in compliance with international legal and tax frameworks
• Developing and implementing asset protection strategies, including the creation of international trust structures, family offices and holding companies
• Advising clients on safeguarding their assets against potential risks such as litigation, divorce and taxation, with a focus on long-term wealth preservation
• Supporting clients in managing and optimising their asset portfolios in close collaboration with financial advisors, asset managers and tax experts
• Developing tailored tax strategies for wealthy individuals in compliance with local and international tax laws while maximising asset protection
• Maintaining and expanding long-term client relationships through high-quality service and proactive engagement
• Developing business development strategies, contributing to thought leadership (e.g. through articles, webinars, events) and representing the firm at industry conferences
• Mentoring and supervising junior lawyers and associates, promoting professional development and knowledge exchange
• Ensuring compliance with internal quality standards, billing targets and operational goals

Requirements

Education

• Swiss bar admission and top qualifications
• Excellent academic credentials in law (Master’s degree/PhD)
• Additional studies in commercial or financial law

Professional experience

• At least 10 years of proven professional experience as a lawyer, preferably in a partner role at a law firm, an auditing firm or in a senior position in the legal department of a bank or asset management company

Languages

• Fluent in spoken and written English and German
• Additional languages (e.g. French, Italian) are an advantage.

Cognitive and analytical skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-oriented mindset
• High integrity, professional credibility and discretion
• Result-oriented, proactive and resilient
• Charismatic and confident, with the ability to represent the firm at conferences and industry forums
• Team player with an inclusive leadership style

Leadership qualities

• Established client network and ability to acquire new mandates (existing client base is a great plus)
• Entrepreneurial thinking with the ability to build and develop something
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and motivate a high-performing team of lawyers
• Experience in internal knowledge sharing, thought leadership and promoting best practices

What we offer partners

Entrepreneurial approach: Build and lead your practice – with full strategic autonomy. Access to strategic decisions and developments of the firm at partner level. Cross-practice support from colleagues who value transparency and shared success. Practical support in business development, marketing and client acquisition.

Inclusive culture and core values: Our diverse team of 20 professionals from 7 nations works together to embody our core values: personal and entrepreneurial, economic and ecological as well as social and ethical. Our client base reflects this diversity.

Prime location: Our office is located in the heart of Zurich, just 3 minutes from the main train station, offering a modern, bright and welcoming workplace.

Competitive and performance-based remuneration: We offer an attractive compensation package linked to your individual performance.

Are you ready for the next step in your legal career?

Then we look forward to receiving your application with CV, cover letter, university certificates, references and testimonials.

Assel Stoller, HR Manager, assel.stoller@lindemannlaw.ch

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We look forward to your application!