Private Client Solicitor - #2119057

The Legists


Date: 2 days ago
City: Bristol
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
The Legists
Private Client Solicitor | Bristol | 2-4 Years PQE+ | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits + Hybrid Working

A leading national law firm is seeking a Trust Specialist, Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Associate to join its highly regarded Private Client team in Bristol.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a specialist Tax & Trusts team, advising high net worth individuals, trustees, and beneficiaries on a broad range of complex trust, tax, and wealth protection matters. The team has an outstanding reputation and handles sophisticated work for a diverse client base.

The Role
You will manage a varied caseload while working alongside experienced trust practitioners, tax advisers, and private client specialists. This is a fast-paced and rewarding role offering exposure to high-quality work and excellent opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities
• Managing a diverse caseload of trust administration and advisory matters.
• Advising on the creation, structuring, and ongoing administration of UK trusts.
• Drafting trust deeds, letters of wishes, and associated legal documentation.
• Providing advice on trust taxation, including Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, and Inheritance Tax.
• Preparing and overseeing annual trust accounts and tax returns.
• Working closely with tax advisers, accountants, and other specialists to provide holistic advice.
• Supporting wider private client and lifetime planning matters.
• Advising trustees and beneficiaries on complex trust-related issues.

About You
To be considered, you should have:
• Experience as a Solicitor, Legal Executive, Trust Advisor, or equivalent professional.
• Ideally 2-4 years' PQE, although applications from more experienced candidates and those qualified by experience are welcomed.
• Strong trust administration and trust taxation experience.
• A background in private client work involving trusts and wealth planning.
• The ability to manage your own caseload effectively.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong client care skills with experience working with high net worth individuals.

What's on Offer?
• The opportunity to join a highly respected national law firm.
• High-quality and complex private client work.
• Hybrid working with a minimum of two office days per week.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative culture.
• A comprehensive benefits package and wellbeing support initiatives.

If you're looking to take the next step in your private client career and join a firm with an exceptional reputation, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Contact Alicia Forde on or email quoting Job Ref: 215304949

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