Private Client Solicitor

Overview

In this role you support a leading private wealth practice in Guildford, advising high-net-worth clients on wealth, succession and tax planning. You will manage your own caseload while collaborating with a respected team to deliver comprehensive estate planning, wills and trusts work. The role combines hands-on drafting with client-facing duties and opportunities to contribute to business development. You will thrive in a collaborative culture that values high professional standards and knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Advising on UK succession and tax planning
• Drafting wills, trusts and related estate planning documentation
• Managing a varied caseload with appropriate supervision
• Supporting business development initiatives such as seminars, events and pitches
• Collaborating with colleagues and aiding in supervising junior team members
• Contributing to internal knowledge sharing and maintaining high professional standards

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent)
• Experience advising on private client matters including wills, trusts and tax planning
• Exposure to high-net-worth individuals
• Strong drafting and organisational skills
• A proactive and collaborative approach to team working
• Excellent client communication skills and attention to detail

• proactive
• collaborative
• excellent communication
• drafting wills and trusts
• tax planning for private clients
• estate planning documentation

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