English Qualified Private Client Solicitor – Edinburgh

Frasia Wright Associates; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Scotland is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor in Edinburgh. The role involves handling complex trust and tax matters while providing expert legal advice to high-net-worth individuals and families. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' PQE and expertise in private client work. This position offers a collaborative and supportive environment with excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' PQE in private client work.
• Strong background in trusts, estates, and tax planning.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload with autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex trust and tax matters.
• Provide expert legal advice to high-net-worth clients.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team.

Skills

Expertise in trusts

Tax planning

Complex legal issues

Education

PQE of 3 years or more

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a leading Scottish law firm, is currently recruiting an experienced English-qualified Private Client Solicitor to join its busy practice in Edinburgh. The department represents several large cross-border families, and as a firm, it has multiple English-qualified lawyers who are able to provide expertise on various English law matters, including English property work.

The role will involve handling complex trust and tax matters, offering an exciting opportunity to work with high-net-worth individuals and families.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years’ PQE with a strong background in private client work, particularly expertise in trusts, estates, and tax planning. You will be expected to provide expert advice on complex legal issues while managing a varied caseload with a high level of responsibility and autonomy.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment, with the chance to develop your career in a highly regarded firm.

If this position could be of interest to you, please do not hesitate to contact either Teddie or Cameron for an initial and confidential discussion. (Assignment 9069)