Associate (2-5 years PQE): Tax, Trusts & Succession | Top 100 Firm | Bristol The Firm: This top-tier law firm is a destination for the ambitious and imaginative, helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate change to secure a positive future. Known for its forward-thinking, flexible, and inclusive culture, the firm is committed to nurturing the potential of its people while fostering a collaborative and dynamic working environment. The firm's focus on professional growth, creativity, and teamwork provides a platform for long-term career success. With a strong reputation for innovation and growth, the firm offers fresh perspectives to complex legal challenges, encouraging its lawyers to develop their expertise in a variety of fields. The firm prides itself on the supportive, open environment it creates, which nurtures professional development and encourages its lawyers to thrive. The Role: The Tax, Trusts & Succession (TTS) team is seeking an Associate with 2-5 years' PQE to join its growing practice in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile, complex private client matters, including succession planning, tax-efficient strategies, and trust management for high-net-worth individuals and families. You will be involved in a wide range of private client work, including advising on wealth preservation, structuring land ownership, succession planning for family businesses, and navigating multi-jurisdictional matters. The team is known for its expertise in handling sophisticated wealth management and tax planning, offering you the chance to develop your skills alongside experienced colleagues. Recent Examples of Work: Advising trustees on the transfer of land to the next generation while mitigating inheritance tax. Collaborating with strategic land teams on structuring land ownership before promotion agreements. Assisting family business owners with inheritance tax considerations in succession planning. Providing pre-arrival UK tax planning for non-UK domiciled clients. Restructuring a Jersey trust to ensure cross-border wealth succession. Why Join This Firm? The private client team offers: Expertise across the full range of wealth management services, including tax advice, trust administration, and family business succession. A supportive, flexible working culture with a strong emphasis on professional growth and work-life balance. The chance to work on high-quality, complex private client matters with experienced specialists. A collaborative and inclusive environment that values innovation and diverse perspectives. Who Is the Ideal Candidate? You will have: 2-5 years' post-qualification experience in private client law. Strong technical knowledge of tax, trusts, and succession planning. A commercial and proactive mindset, with the ability to align legal advice with clients' broader objectives. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. This is an ideal role for an ambitious associate looking to deepen their expertise in complex private client work within a dynamic and supportive team. What's on Offer: A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. A varied and intellectually engaging caseload with opportunities for progression. Flexible working arrangements and a culture that supports career development and wellbeing. Next Steps: If you're looking to take the next step in your private client career within a forward-thinking, ambitious, and collaborative firm, we encourage you to apply.