Private Client Tax Solicitor

Douglas Scott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established London law firm seeks a Private Client Tax Solicitor to join their team, handling complex tax and estate planning matters. The role involves advising high-net-worth individuals and includes tasks like inheritance tax planning and trust administration. The firm offers a supportive culture and excellent development prospects.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Part-time options available

Supportive and inclusive culture

Long-term development prospects

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with a strong grounding in private client tax.
• Interest in helping clients plan for the future.
• Experience handling inheritance tax, CGT, and trusts.

Responsibilities

• Lead on private client tax matters for high-net-worth clients.
• Provide tax compliance and domicile/residence advice.
• Liaise with investment managers and family offices.

Skills

Inheritance tax

Capital gains tax (CGT)

Personal tax compliance

Written communication

Verbal communication

Client service

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales)

STEP qualified

CTA qualified

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Private Client Tax Solicitor

Greater London – £65,000 - £85,000

Private Client Tax Solicitor – London

An established and highly regarded, people-centric London law firm is seeking a Private Client Tax Solicitor to join its growing specialist team. This is a rare opportunity to work on complex tax and estate planning matters in a firm known for combining technical strength with personal service.

The Role

The successful candidate will lead on a wide range of private client tax matters, supporting high-net-worth individuals, trustees, families, and business owners. The work is varied and intellectually stimulating, including:

• Inheritance tax planning and lifetime gifting strategies
• Establishing and administering onshore and offshore trusts
• Capital gains and income tax advisory
• Personal tax compliance and domicile/residence advice
• Cross-border estate structuring
• Liaising with investment managers, accountants, and family offices

You will work closely with an experienced team of legal professionals in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Candidate Profile

This role would suit a solicitor with a strong grounding in private client tax and a genuine interest in helping clients plan for the future. The firm welcomes applications from junior lawyers with relevant training as well as experienced senior associates.

Essential requirements:

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales)
• STEP and/or CTA qualified (or working towards)
• Demonstrable experience in inheritance tax, CGT, trusts, and personal tax matters
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• A personable and pragmatic approach to client service

Why Apply?

• Highly regarded team with a strong pipeline of quality work
• Supportive, respectful, and inclusive culture
• Hybrid working and part-time options available
• Excellent long-term development prospects
• Central London location

Salary: £65,000 – £85,000 depending on experience. Candidates with higher expectations are still encouraged to apply, as the firm is open to discussion.