Job Description
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Trusts and Estates specialist to take on a senior role within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm, advising high-net-worth individuals, families, trustees, and business owners on complex estate planning and wealth preservation matters.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering sophisticated advice while building long-term client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of an established and respected Private Client practice.
About the Firm
Our client is committed to delivering exceptional legal services through a client-first approach, combining technical excellence with practical, commercially focused advice. The firm fosters a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and professional development, providing its lawyers with the autonomy, support, and resources needed to thrive.
Key Responsibilities of the Private Client Solicitor:
- Advising high-net-worth individuals and families on estate and succession planning strategies
- Drafting and advising on trusts, including lifetime trust structures, declarations of trust, and deeds of variation
- Acting as a professional trustee and advising trustees on their duties and obligations
- Providing advice on inheritance tax (IHT), capital gains tax (CGT), and wider wealth preservation strategies
- Working collaboratively with accountants, tax advisers, and financial planners
- Managing complex trust administration and estate matters
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers, and professional contacts
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and professional obligations
- Contributing to business development initiatives and the continued growth of the department
- Ideally 10+ years'' PQE with significant experience in trusts, tax, and estate planning
- Strong technical expertise in trust structures, succession planning, and private wealth matters
- STEP qualification preferred
- Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to provide practical, client-focused advice on complex matters
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven experience managing high-net-worth client relationships
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
- Ability to work collaboratively while independently managing complex matters
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- High-quality work for a diverse and sophisticated client base
- Genuine opportunities for progression and career development
- Collaborative and inclusive culture
- Ongoing mentoring, training, and professional development
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance
- Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing team
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