Estate Planning Solicitor

Dunnebier Print & Marketing; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Sheffield is looking for an Estate Planning Solicitor to join their Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning team. This full-time role offers hybrid working and involves advising clients on wills, trusts, and estate planning services. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of PQE and experience with high-net-worth clients. Join a supportive environment with clear career development pathways and various employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health and GP benefits

Well-being and mental health support

Paid volunteering days

Career development pathways

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in private client work.
• Experience advising HNW clients on estates of £1m+.

Responsibilities

• Advise on, draft, and execute wills.
• Create and manage trusts.
• Advise on asset structuring and tax efficiency.

Skills

Client-focused

Relationship-building

Commercial mindset

Education

Solicitor or Legal Executive

STEP qualification

Job description

Join to apply for the Estate Planning Solicitor role at Dunnebier

We are seeking a Solicitor or Legal Executive to join the Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning team in Sheffield. This is a full-time, permanent position offering hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 days remote).

Salary: Circa £52,000+ (DOE, minimum 2+ PQE)

About the Role

You will support clients with estate planning services, including:

• Advising on, drafting, and executing wills
• Creating and managing trusts
• Advising on asset structuring, tax efficiency, and wealth management
• Succession planning for high-net-worth estates
• Collaborating on complex, high-value cases

About You

You should be a client-focused estate planning lawyer with:

• 2+ years PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive in private client work
• Experience advising HNW clients (estates of £1m+ preferred)
• Strong knowledge of wills, LPAs, trusts, and inheritance tax planning
• Possession or ambition for STEP qualification
• A commercial mindset and relationship-building skills
• A collaborative and compassionate approach

Why Apply?

This role offers meaningful work in a supportive environment, with benefits including:

• Hybrid working (2 days in-office, 3 remote)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy more)
• Well-being and mental health support
• Health and GP benefits
• Paid volunteering days
• Commitment to social impact, DEI, and sustainability
• Clear career development pathways

If you’re interested in joining a friendly, inclusive firm where your contributions are valued, apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Law Practice