Associate-Trusts & Estates (Non Contentious)-Bristol-4+ PQE

Chadwick Nott; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Work-life balance

Career progression

Wellbeing package

Diversity & inclusion groups

Job summary

Chadwick Nott seeks an Associate (4+ years PQE) to join its Trusts & Estates team in Bristol. This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid flexibility and a closing salary range of £65,000 to £95,000 (DOE).

The successful candidate will handle wills, trusts, probate and tax work for high net worth individuals and families, with strong client relationship skills and independence. The role involves advising on complex assets, heritage and art, and requires proactive business development and

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE within a successful Private Wealth or Trusts & Estates team
• Strong technical knowledge across wills, trusts, probate and tax
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build long term client relationships
• Confidence managing complex matters independently
• A proactive, ambitious and self motivated approach
• Strong drafting, analytical and organisational skills
• Natural enthusiasm for client contact, networking and business development
• Resilience and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Wills, succession planning and estate structuring
• Trust creation, administration and advisory work
• Probate and estate administration
• Tax and tax risk planning
• Advising on heritage, cultural, art and other unique assets
• Wealth preservation strategies for high net worth individuals, business owners, trustees, executors, farmers and landowners
• Building strong relationships with clients and professional advisers
• Taking early responsibility for files with appropriate support

Job description

Associate - Trusts & Estates (Non Contentious) - Bristol - 4+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £65,000 to £95,000 (DOE)

A leading national firm is seeking an Associate (4+ years PQE) to join its highly respected Trusts & Estates team, based in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a long established Private Wealth practice known for advising families over generations and handling complex national and international assets.

The Role

• Wills, succession planning and estate structuring
• Trust creation, administration and advisory work
• Probate and estate administration
• Tax and tax risk planning
• Advising on heritage, cultural, art and other unique assets
• Wealth preservation strategies for high net worth individuals, business owners, trustees, executors, farmers and landowners
• Building strong relationships with clients and professional advisers
• Taking early responsibility for files with appropriate support

Candidate Requirements

• 4+ years PQE within a successful Private Wealth or Trusts & Estates team
• Strong technical knowledge across wills, trusts, probate and tax
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build long term client relationships
• Confidence managing complex matters independently
• A proactive, ambitious and self motivated approach
• Strong drafting, analytical and organisational skills
• Natural enthusiasm for client contact, networking and business development
• Resilience and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Benefits

• A supportive, collaborative and values driven working environment
• Clear career progression and opportunities to grow your expertise
• Hybrid working and strong work life balance support
• Access to responsible business initiatives, charity work and D&I groups
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to support wellbeing and professional development

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*