Wills, Trusts & Tax Partner

Negotiable

Shrewsbury, Shropshire

posted 10 Sept 26

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Wills, Trusts & Tax Partner

Negotiable

Apply now

About this role

Private Client Partner | Wills, Trusts & Tax


? Shropshire | Hybrid & Flexible Working Available
? Full Time | Permanent
? Competitive Salary + Comprehensive Benefits

Lead. Advise. Grow.


An established and highly respected regional law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Partner to join its thriving Wills, Trusts & Tax team.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded and technically strong private client lawyer to take on a key leadership role within a successful and growing practice. Working with high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners and trustees, you will advise on complex wealth preservation and succession planning matters while contributing to the strategic growth of the team.
The role offers a combination of high-quality work, leadership responsibility, business development opportunities and genuine long-term career prospects.

The Role


You will advise clients on a broad range of private client matters, including:

  • Wills and succession planning
  • Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax planning
  • Trust creation, restructuring and administration
  • Estate administration, including complex and high-value estates
  • Wealth preservation and asset protection strategies
  • Lifetime gifting and succession planning
  • Family wealth and legacy planning


You will also:

  • Manage your own portfolio of high-value clients
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with professional referrers
  • Mentor and support junior lawyers within the team
  • Play a key role in business development and networking activity
  • Contribute to the ongoing growth and strategic direction of the Private Client department
  • Act as a trusted adviser on complex and often bespoke client matters

Why This Opportunity?

High-Quality Client Work


You will work with high-net-worth individuals and families on sophisticated private client matters involving complex estates, trusts, taxation and wealth planning.

Leadership & Influence


This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of a successful private client practice, influence strategic decisions and play a significant role in the development of the wider team.

Established Client Base


Join a respected practice with a strong reputation, loyal client following and excellent referral network, providing a solid platform to further develop your practice.

Supportive Culture


The firm promotes a collaborative environment where professional excellence, client care and employee wellbeing are equally valued.

About You


The successful candidate will:

  • Be an experienced Private Client Solicitor with significant post-qualification experience
  • Demonstrate a strong track record advising high-net-worth individuals, families and business owners
  • Possess excellent technical expertise across wills, trusts, tax planning and estate administration
  • Have experience leading, mentoring and developing junior lawyers
  • Be commercially aware with a proactive approach to business development
  • Have strong networking and relationship-building skills
  • Be confident managing complex and high-value matters
  • Demonstrate outstanding communication skills, sound judgement and a client-focused approach


Applications are welcomed from established Partners, Legal Directors, Principal Associates or Senior Associates looking to step into a partnership opportunity.

What's on Offer?


? Competitive salary and benefits package
? Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
? High-value and intellectually stimulating work
? Leadership and strategic influence
? Strong referral and client network
? Career progression within a growing practice
? Supportive and collaborative culture
? Long-term platform for career success

Interested?


If you're an ambitious Private Client lawyer looking to take the next step in your career within a respected and forward-thinking firm, we'd love to hear from you.
? Get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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  • Contract Type

    Permanent

  • Specialism

    Legal

  • Working pattern

    Full Time

  • Job ref

    BBBH142010

  • Expiry date

    10 October 2026

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