Private Client Solicitor: Agriculture & Landed Estates

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Devizes; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression to partnership

Career development

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join the Agriculture & Landed Estates team in Devizes. You will advise on tax planning, inheritance and capital gains tax, and draft trusts and family partnerships while handling a caseload with support from experienced partners.

The role emphasizes tax-efficient wealth passing, asset protection strategies, and complex estate administration. Travel to meet clients may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in private client work.
• In-depth knowledge of inheritance tax and capital gains tax planning.
• Experience with trusts, settlements, and asset protection strategies.
• Strong drafting skills and enjoyment of bespoke document preparation.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage workload under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on inheritance and capital gains tax planning.
• Providing tax-efficient solutions for family businesses, landed estates, and farming enterprises.
• Drafting trust documents, settlements, and family partnership agreements.
• Administering complex deceased estates.
• Assisting partners with established caseloads while managing matters independently.
• Delivering high-quality client service with a strong focus on efficiency and accuracy.

Job description

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join the Agriculture & Landed Estates team in Devizes. You will advise on tax planning, inheritance and capital gains tax, and draft trusts and family partnerships while handling a caseload with support from experienced partners.

The role emphasizes tax-efficient wealth passing, asset protection strategies, and complex estate administration. Travel to meet clients may be required.