Job Description

We are seeking an Associate Solicitor to join our busy Agriculture and Landed Estates Team.



This role requires advising clients with tax planning advice, as well as advice on inheritance and capital gains tax savings. The role will require providing clients with tax efficient solutions in areas such as passing wealth to future generations, as well as advising on the formation and drafting of trusts documents and family partnerships. Deceased estate administration work relating to complex estates is likely to be involved but this is not expected to be a major component.



The role is to assist a Partner with an established caseload, working in conjunction with, and independently of, the Partner concerned.

Experience and knowledge:

5-7 years post qualification experience

In depth experience and understanding of Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax planning in the context of individuals and trusts with emphasis on family businesses, landed estates and farming enterprises and knowledge of other taxes relevant to these areas (other than VAT) and keen interest in expanding experience and knowledge in these areas.

In depth understanding of the use of trusts and settlements within tax planning and asset protection.

Ability to draft related bespoke documents and a significant enjoyment of this aspect of the work

An 'expert' in matters of tax efficiency and planning and the use of trusts, and a real passion to work in this area of the law.

Experience of managing own work load effectively, particularly in a pressurised environment

Strong organisational skills

Flexible approach to work

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to demonstrate commitment to high quality and a customer service focus

Ability to travel to, clients etc

Strong ICT skills.



The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop their career. Wansbroughs prides itself on its strong reputation, a welcoming team environment, a healthy work life balance and a generous benefits package.



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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES



Wansbroughs is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity.