We are looking for a solicitor or lawyer with around 4–6 years’ PQE to join a successful Trusts and Estates team, with flexibility for the right candidate. You will bring experience across private client work and a credible, client-focused approach, with the confidence to build lasting relationships. The team advises on wills and succession planning, trusts, probate and estate administration, tax and tax risk planning, and wealth preservation. You will handle a varied caseload for clients including high-net-worth individuals, business owners, executors, trustees, farmers and landowners. From the outset, you can expect exposure to high-quality work and a meaningful level of responsibility. The role is based in either Bristol or Exeter.
The Firm
Our client is an established regional law firm with a broad private client practice and an international network. Its approach is open and straightforward, with an emphasis on building strong relationships and understanding the outcomes that matter to clients. The firm works with individuals, families and businesses on matters ranging from protecting family assets and planning for the future to resolving disputes.
Joining the Trusts and Estates team offers the opportunity to work on varied, high-quality matters for a diverse client base, including landowners and farmers across the region. The firm’s breadth of expertise and commitment to client service provide a strong setting in which to develop your practice and build a long-term career.
Responsibilities
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Advise clients on wills, succession planning and wealth preservation.
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Draft wills and provide guidance on trusts and their administration.
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Advise on probate and the administration of estates.
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Support clients with tax matters and tax risk planning.
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Advise on the structuring of art, heritage, cultural and other unique assets.
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Manage a varied private client caseload for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, executors, trustees, farmers and landowners.
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Take responsibility for matters and deliver clear, responsive advice.
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Build and maintain effective, long-term relationships with clients.
Experience and Skills Sought
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Around 4–6 years’ PQE in a private client practice; there is flexibility for the right candidate.
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Experience handling private client matters, ideally including trusts and estates work.
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A hard-working, credible and dynamic approach.
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Confidence dealing directly with clients and building long-term relationships.
Hours and Benefits
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Monday to Friday 9:00 – 17:15
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26 days holiday + extra day over Christmas period, rising to 31 days with 10 years’ service
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Life Assurance 4x salary
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Group Personal Pension plan
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Private Medical Insurance
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Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
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Health Cash Plan
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Cycle to Work Scheme
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Free Eye Tests
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Enhanced Maternity Pay and Adoption Pay
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Enhanced Paternity Pay
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Holiday Purchase
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Free Flu Jabs
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Free Access for you and up to 5 others to the Calm App
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Retail Discount Portal
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Recruitment referral scheme
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Long service awards
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Dental Insurance
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Health Screening
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Tech Scheme- Purchase laptop, tablets and computer and spread the cost
Find Out More or Apply
To find out more about this role, or to have an informal, confidential and non-committal chat, please reach out to Katie at Aspiria Legal.