Partner & Head of Private Client Services

LINDEMANNLAW

LAW. TAX. INTELLIGENCE. For Entrepreneurs.

We are a globally leading law firm that supports 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 consulting, 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 listings, bond issuances, structured products, and blockchain-based token offerings. Furthermore, we advise on government relations and lobbying as well as negotiations on high-profile 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 area 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 wealth between generations
• Advising clients on drafting and structuring wills, trusts, prenuptial agreements, and other legal documents for the effective protection and transfer of assets
• Advising on complex cross-border inheritance issues while complying 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 securing their assets against potential risks such as litigation, divorce, and taxation, with a focus on long-term asset security
• Supporting clients in managing and optimizing their asset portfolios in close collaboration with financial advisors, asset managers, and tax experts
• Developing tailored tax strategies for wealthy individuals while complying with local and international tax laws and maximizing 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 sharing
• Ensuring compliance with internal quality standards, billing targets, and operational goals

Requirements

Education

• Swiss bar admission and top-tier qualification
• Excellent academic qualifications in law (Master's degree/PhD)
• Additional studies in commercial law or financial law

Professional Experience

• At least 10 years of proven professional experience as a lawyer, preferably in a partner role in 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 mentality
• High integrity, professional credibility, and discretion
• Results-oriented, proactive, and resilient
• Charismatic and self-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 the ability to acquire new mandates (existing client base is a significant 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 the 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-Oriented Compensation: 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 your application with CV, cover letter, university transcripts, certificates, and references.

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

Apply now!

All inquiries will be treated confidentially.

We look forward to your application!