Private Client Solicitor

Private Wealth Solicitor (5+ PQE) Reading | Hybrid Working | £70,000 - £80,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Private Wealth Solicitor | Private Client Solicitor | HNW Clients | Wills | Trusts | Estate Planning | Tax Planning | Reading Our client is an established and highly regarded commercial law firm based in Reading, with an excellent reputation throughout the Thames Valley and strong Legal 500 rankings across multiple practice areas. The firm is seeking an experienced Private Wealth Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join its successful Private Wealth team. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Private Client Solicitor to work with a high-quality client base, advising high-net-worth individuals, families and business owners on complex wealth planning and succession matters. You will join a collaborative and forward-thinking team, providing expert advice across a broad range of private wealth matters, with the opportunity to develop client relationships and play an active role in the continued growth of the department. The Role You will advise on a varied caseload of medium to high-net-worth private client matters, including: • Drafting and advising on complex Wills • Estate administration for high-value estates • Lasting Powers of Attorney • Trust creation, administration and termination • Estate and succession planning • Inheritance Tax, Capital Gains Tax and Income Tax considerations relating to trusts and estates • Business succession planning for entrepreneurs and business owners • Family Investment Companies • Advising clients on long-term wealth preservation strategies You will also be encouraged to build strong client relationships, identify opportunities and contribute to business development initiatives. About You The successful candidate will be: • A qualified Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE gained within a Private Client or Private Wealth team • Experienced advising high-net-worth individuals and families on complex wealth planning matters • Confident handling sophisticated Wills, trusts, estate planning and tax-related matters • Commercially aware with excellent client relationship skills • Proactive, ambitious and keen to play a key role within a growing Private Wealth team Why Apply? • Salary of £70,000 - £80,000, depending on experience • Join a highly regarded Private Wealth team within an established Thames Valley firm • Work with a quality HNW client base and complex advisory matters • Opportunity for career progression and increased responsibility • Hybrid working and a supportive team culture • Competitive benefits package including: • 25 days’ annual leave • Private medical insurance • Permanent health insurance • Life assurance This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Wealth Solicitor or Senior Private Client Solicitor looking to join a respected Reading-based firm offering high-quality work, excellent client exposure and long-term career development. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. #INDCATS