Wills, Trusts & Tax Planning Lawyer (5yr+ PQE)

Sussex Law Society; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Renaissance Legal in Brighton is seeking an experienced Wills, Trusts & Tax Planning Lawyer (5yr+ PQE) to join our supportive Private Client team. You will advise on a varied caseload and manage matters from initial consultation through to completion, ensuring exceptional client care.

Based in our Brighton office with some hybrid flexibility, you will work closely with colleagues, pursue STEP qualifications if desired, and contribute to a client‑centred, award‑winning practice that prioritises

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in Private Client role.
• Experience in Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning sought.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a varied caseload primarily focusing on Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning.
• Manage matters from initial consultation through to completion with high quality client care.

Skills

Wills

Trusts

Tax Planning

Private Client

Job description

25 October 2026

Location: Brighton / Hybrid

Wills, Trusts & Tax Planning Lawyer (5yr+ PQE)

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Position

Wills, Trusts & Tax Planning Lawyer (5yr+ PQE)

Experience

Minimum 5 years PQE in Private Client role

Work arrangements

5 days per week, based in the Brighton office – some hybrid working possible

Salary

Salary commensurate with experience

An exciting, unique opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives and further your career working for a supportive, award-winning Private Client law firm.

Renaissance Legal is looking for an experienced Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning Lawyer to join our highly regarded team based in Brighton.

ABOUT RENAISSANCE LEGAL

Renowned for delivering exceptional, specialist life-planning advice to disabled and vulnerable people, their families, and carers, the team draws on extensive expertise built over years of dedicated service, enabling us to anticipate and respond to the complex needs of vulnerable clients.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll work with a close-knit, supportive group of professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. We champion issues that matter to our clients and, for many, our advice provides essential peace of mind.

Our values centre on delivering legal services that are holistic, sensitive and of the highest standard. The firm’s legal expertise and unwavering commitment to building trusted, long-term relationships have achieved consistent recognition from Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500.

Outstanding client-centric service begins with a strong, motivated team. We foster an inclusive, supportive workplace culture that prioritises professional growth and personal well-being. A STEP Gold Employer Partner, we encourage our legal advisers to work towards STEP qualifications (or equivalent) and support our people in achieving their career goals.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, like-minded professional who is committed to making a meaningful impact. You will advise on a varied caseload, primarily focusing on Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing matters from initial consultation through to completion, ensuring the highest standard of client care and applying exceptional technical expertise throughout.

If you have the relevant skills and experience, and you’re looking to progress your career in a values-led, specialist environment, we’d love to hear from you.