Tax & Trusts Knowledge Lawyer

Page Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier Private Client team is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer to support its growing Tax & Trusts practice. This strategic role offers flexible working options and a competitive salary. Ideal candidates should be qualified solicitors with over 5 years of experience in private client work and strong legal research, drafting, and communication skills. Join a collaborative environment focused on personal development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive benefits package

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in UK and international tax and estate planning.
• Strong legal research and drafting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with complex trusts and tax planning matters.
• Shape training and precedents for high-value work.
• Deliver engaging internal training sessions.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE

Job description

About Our Client

A highly respected and top-tier ranked Private Client team is seeking a Knowledge Lawyer to support its growing Tax & Trusts practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, collaborative team that acts for a broad spectrum of national and international clients, from affluent families and trustees to globally wealthy individuals and entrepreneurs.The role sits at the heart of the team, supporting lawyers with know-how, precedents, training, and internal projects aimed at enhancing client service and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with complex trusts and tax planning matters.
• Shape training and precedents for high-value work.
• Maintain and expand a comprehensive suite of precedents and guidance notes.
• Monitor legal developments and communicate updates to the team.
• Design and deliver engaging internal training sessions.
• Provide technical support and act as a sounding board on complex matters.
• Manage learning and development plans for trainees and new joiners.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and internal strategic projects.
• Draft client-facing articles, thought leadership pieces, and briefing notes.
• Support implementation of legal tech solutions and knowledge systems.
• Collaborate with other Knowledge Lawyers across the firm.

The Successful Applicant

About You

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE in private client work, ideally with experience in UK and international tax and estate planning, trusts, LPAs, and estate administration.
• Existing PSLs or fee-earners looking to transition into a knowledge role are welcome.
• Strong legal research and drafting skills, with a clear and concise writing style.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities.
• Experience in training design and delivery (desirable).

What’s on Offer

• A strategic, high-impact role at the heart of a top-tier Private Client team
• Flexible working options, including part-time and hybrid arrangements
• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities to shape know-how, training, and innovation across the practice
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values personal development and wellbeing
• Recognition and support for transitioning into a knowledge role if coming from fee-earning