Private Client Solicitor – Northampton

Overview

In this role you join a respected regional private client team in Northampton, supporting comprehensive estate work and advisory services. You will handle estates administration end-to-end, draft wills and trusts, and provide tax guidance with a view to efficient mitigation. The role includes client instruction-taking, LPAs, and Court of Protection matters, with opportunities to develop business through the firm’s client network. You will work in a supportive culture with clear progression paths and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Administer estates from start to finish
• Draft, prepare and attest Wills
• Advise on Inheritance Tax, Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax and Tax Mitigation
• Draft Trust documents
• Take instructions and advise on Lasting Power of Attorney
• Draft Powers of Attorney
• Handle Court of Protection matters
• Demonstrate business development experience

Key requirements

• Proven experience in private client work
• SFE and STEP membership an advantage
• confident, friendly approach and keenness to progress

• confident and friendly demeanor
• client-focused
• ambitious for progression
• Wills and estate administration
• Tax advisory (Inheritance Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Income Tax)
• Trust drafting

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