Are you looking to join a friendly, experienced team where there is genuine scope to grow, develop and progress? If so, this opportunity could be a very strong fit.
A well-established firm in Wiltshire is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join its Agriculture and Landed Estates team.
You will work closely with experienced Partners on a high-quality caseload involving farming families, landed estates, family businesses and multi-generational clients. The role combines working alongside Partners on established matters with running work independently, offering both support and autonomy.
There is real scope for career development, including the potential to progress to partnership for the right person.
The Role
Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax planning for individuals, trusts and family structures
Advising on the passing of wealth to future generations, including succession planning for family businesses and farming enterprises
Drafting and reviewing trust documentation, settlements and family partnership agreements
Advising on asset protection and the use of trusts in tax planning
Involvement in complex deceased estate administration work
Working in conjunction with Partners on established caseloads, as well as handling your own matters
Building and maintaining relationships with established referrers, local firms and the local farming and rural business community
What You Will Bring
5 or more years post qualification experience in Private Client law
A solid understanding of the use of trusts and settlements within tax planning and asset protection
Confidence and enjoyment in drafting bespoke, technical documents
A real interest in tax efficiency and planning, and a genuine desire to deepen your expertise in this area
Experience of managing your own workload effectively in a busy environment
Strong organisational skills and a flexible approach to work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A commitment to high standards and client service
Ability to travel to clients when required
Good ICT skills
Why Consider This Role
High quality, interesting and often complex work with agricultural and landed estate clients
Opportunity to become or develop as a specialist in tax, trusts and succession planning
Supportive, experienced team with a genuinely friendly culture
Clear opportunity to grow your career, with the potential to progress to partnership
A firm that encourages ongoing learning, further qualifications and professional development
How do I apply?
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