We are looking for an experienced private client solicitor or lawyer with around 4–6 years’ PQE to join a successful trusts and estates team. The ideal candidate will have experience advising on a broad range of private client matters and be ready to take on a varied caseload with a high level of responsibility. You will work with high-net-worth individuals, business owners, executors, trustees, farmers and landowners, building trusted relationships while delivering practical advice.
The role offers exposure to high-quality work across wills and succession planning, trusts, probate and estate administration, tax and wealth preservation. You will also advise on tax risk planning and the structuring of art, heritage, cultural and other unique assets. It is an opportunity to contribute to a busy team and develop your career within a progressive firm.
The Firm
Our client is a UK law firm with an established private client practice and a busy, successful trusts and estates team. Its approach is straightforward and open, with a strong emphasis on building lasting relationships and helping clients achieve the right outcomes.
The team advises a varied client base, including individuals, business owners, executors, trustees, farmers and landowners. You can expect high-quality work, meaningful responsibility from the outset and the opportunity to develop your expertise across a broad range of private client matters. The firm offers a career pathway in a modern and progressive environment, with the chance to build a long-term career as part of a successful team.
Responsibilities
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Advise clients on wills, succession planning and wealth preservation.
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Advise on trusts, probate and the administration of estates.
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Provide guidance on tax matters and tax risk planning.
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Support clients with the structuring of art, heritage, cultural and other unique assets.
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Manage a varied caseload for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, executors, trustees, farmers and landowners.
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Take responsibility for matters and progress them efficiently, providing clear and practical advice.
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Build strong working relationships with clients and colleagues while contributing to the work of a busy trusts and estates team.
Experience and Skills Sought
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A qualified solicitor or lawyer with private client experience, ideally around 4–6 years’ PQE.
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Experience handling matters such as wills, trusts, probate, estate administration or tax planning.
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A hard-working, credible and dynamic professional with the ability to manage a varied caseload and take responsibility for client work.
Hours and Benefits
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Monday to Friday 9:00 – 17:15
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26 days holiday per year, plus 1 extra day at Christmas and your birthday off
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Hybrid working, typically 60% in the office and 40% from home
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Discretionary bonus scheme
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Pension
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Life assurance
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Private medical insurance
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Holiday purchase scheme
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Dental insurance
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Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
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Free legal services, such as conveyancing and wills
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Medicash healthcare cash plan
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Free parking on site
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 James at Aspiria Legal.