Wills, Trusts & Tax Solicitor Somerset Complex, High-Value Work Strong Regional Reputation

Wills, Trusts & Tax Solicitor | Somerset | Complex, High-Value Work | Strong Regional Reputation

If you're a Private Client Solicitor looking to build your career within a trusted, community-rooted firm that handles complex and high-value matters, this opportunity offers a technical challenge and work/life balance.

This long-standing firm has offices across Somerset, and is widely regarded for its personal, high-touch approach to client care. With around 85 staff, it generates an estimated £14 million in annual revenue and continues to grow steadily. The Private Client team is a key pillar of the firm’s success, handling a large volume of high-calibre work and serves a loyal client base made up of business owners, retirees, landed families, and high-net-worth individuals throughout Somerset and the wider South West.

The firm’s culture is collaborative and down-to-earth, with an emphasis on technical excellence and local presence over corporate hierarchy. The Private Client team, based primarily in Wells, works closely with accountants, IFAs, surveyors, and rural professionals to deliver joined-up advice, often supporting families across multiple generations.

In this role, you’ll manage a diverse portfolio of private client matters with autonomy and support. This will include drafting complex wills, establishing lifetime trusts, filing annual trust tax returns, advising on inheritance tax strategies, and administering estates. You'll also act on behalf of clients under Lasting Powers of Attorney, covering both property and financial affairs as well as health and welfare concerns. The firm places a premium on empathy, discretion, and clear communication - making this a rewarding position for someone who values meaningful client relationships and long-term advisory work.

You’ll be based in the Wells office on a full-time basis, though there is flexibility in how you structure your week. The team benefits from a stable leadership group, approachable directors, and a genuinely inclusive working culture. With more than 50% of the leadership team made up of women, the firm fosters a supportive environment with opportunities for progression based on performance, not just PQE.

You’ll need solid experience across the full range of private client services, along with up-to-date knowledge of capital taxes and compliance. Experience with rural, agricultural, or landed clients will be advantageous given the nature of the firm’s client base.

In return, you’ll receive a competitive salary, a manageable and high-quality caseload, and the chance to develop your career in a firm that values trust, tradition, and forward-thinking client service.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact or call 07300?236070.