Trusts & Estates Lawyer

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working framework

Extra annual leave for your birthday

Option to buy more holiday

Health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is looking for a Trusts & Estates Lawyer with over 4 years of PQE to join their vibrant team in Bristol. The role involves advising high-net-worth clients on wills, trusts, and estate planning, along with managing complex legal matters. They seek a professional with strong communication skills and a solid background in Private Wealth law. Competitive salary and attractive benefits, including flexible working and health support, are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within Private Wealth law.
• A track record of business development and networking success.
• Confidence in handling complex legal matters.
• Resilience and confidence in handling complex legal matters.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while working under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Advising on wills, succession planning, trusts, and probate.
• Managing estate administration, tax, and wealth preservation strategies.
• Building lasting relationships with clients.
• Taking responsibility for complex matters while delivering high-quality work.
• Building lasting relationships with clients and professional connections.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Business development

Resilience

Ability to work under pressure

Resilience

Education

4+ years PQE

Job description

Trusts & Estates Lawyer
Location: Bristol

Are you an ambitious Private Wealth lawyer ready to take the next step in your career? Our client are a Top 100 law firm who are seeking an experienced Associate (4+ years PQE) to join their thriving Trusts & Estates team. You can expect to work closely with high-net-worth individuals, business owners, trustees, and landowners, handling a diverse caseload while making a meaningful impact.

The Role

• Advising on wills, succession planning, trusts, and probate.
• Handling estate administration, tax, and wealth preservation strategies.
• Working with families across generations to develop practical legal solutions.
• Taking responsibility for complex matters while delivering high-quality work.
• Building lasting relationships with clients and professional connections.

Requirements

• Proven experience within Private Wealth law.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A track record of business development and networking success.
• Resilience and confidence in handling complex legal matters.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while working under pressure.

Benefits

In return, you can expect a competitive salary and attractive benefits package to support you professionally and personally. This includes:

• Flexible working framework
• Extra annual leave for your birthday
• Option to buy more holiday
• Health & wellbeing support, including private healthcare and an Employee Assistance Programme

Contact

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
t 0117 917 1929
m 07435 943574
e [e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*