Job Description
Private Wealth PSL | Professional Support Lawyer
Trusts, Tax & Estates
Solicitor or Legal Executive
Location: Exeter, Devon – Hybrid Working OptionsHours: Part-Time (3–4 days/week) | Potential Full-Time Available
Newly Created Legal PSL Role – No Fee Earning Required
We’re working with a prestigious UK law firm that is actively growing its Private Wealth team. The firm is hiring a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) or a Senior-Level Solicitor/Legal Executive with deep expertise in Trusts, Tax and Estates.
Why Apply?
* Join a top-tier private wealth department serving HNW/UHNW clients
* Become part of a collaborative knowledge and learning (L&D) team of existing PSL professionals
* Opportunity to work flexibly, both remotely and in-office in Exeter
* Prior PSL experience is very welcomed but not essential – experienced private client lawyers will be fully supported in the transition
* Contribute to a growing, strategically important team within the firm
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Act as the go-to legal knowledge expert for the Private Client / Private Wealth department
* Deliver technical support to fee earners across Trusts, Tax and Estates matters
* Stay ahead of legal developments and disseminate updates and changes
* Draft and maintain legal precedents, templates and internal know-how
* Organise and lead CPD training, workshops and legal briefings
* Assist the BD team with technical content for pitches, proposals and thought leadership
Your Profile:
* Minimum of 7 years’ PQE as a private client Solicitor or Legal Executive
* You’ll ideally hold the title of Senior Associate or above
* Solid expertise in UK private wealth matters including complex estate planning, trusts and cross-border tax issues
* Previous experience advising high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals
* Exposure to regional or national law firms with a private client focus is advantageous
What’s on Offer?
* Market-leading salary package based on experience
* Hybrid and flexible working (choose 3 or 4 days/week)
* 28 days' holiday, plus sabbatical options
* Private healthcare, generous pension and perks through the firm’s customisable benefits platform
* Designated city-centre parking space included
How to Apply:
This is a rare PSL vacancy for a private wealth lawyer looking to move into a non-fee earning role – or for an experienced PSL looking for a fresh challenge.
Click Apply Now to upload your CV, or for a confidential conversation, contact: Paul Norman – Legal Recruitment Consultant