Private Client Solicitor (3 - 6 yrs PQE) Milton Keynes & Northampton A well-regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor (3 - 6 years PQE) to join its specialist Private Client team. This role offers the opportunity to work with high-net-worth (HNW) individuals, entrepreneurs, company directors, and shareholders, providing expert legal advice on complex private client matters.The successful candidate will be based in the Milton Keynes and Northampton offices, with occasional travel to other locations as required.
The Role The Private Client Solicitor will be responsible for managing a diverse and high-value caseload, including:
Advising HNW clients on tax planning, wills, and wealth protection
Handling trusts, trust corporations, and family investment companies
Managing high-value probates, including estates with foreign elements
Advising on inheritance tax planning, including Business Property Relief & Agricultural Property Relief
Drafting and advising on lasting powers of attorney
Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have:
3 - 6 years' PQE in private client law, gained in a city firm or medium/large provincial practice
Strong experience working with HNW clients and handling complex tax planning matters
Expertise in trusts, estate administration, and inheritance tax planning