Senior Associate - Succession & Tax
Senior Associate - Succession & Tax
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Job Title: Senior Associate UK Succession and Tax
Ready to take your career to the next level
Were one of the UKs most forward-thinking law firms built on a foundation of innovation collaboration and ambition. Join us and lets shape the future together.
We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
The role in 60 seconds
- Role:Senior Associate
- Team:Private Wealth Succession & Tax
- Location: Hybrid working from either Plymouth Exeter Bristol or Southampton
- Working Pattern:Full-time / Part-time / Flexible
- Why this role matters:This is a key position within our expanding private wealth team with a particular focus on trusts. From complex structuring to cross-border administration the role involves advising high-net-worth clients on the full lifecycle of trust-related matters. The successful candidate will help shape the future of the practice delivering tailored legal solutions and supporting strategic growth.
As a team of dedicated experts we go beyond simply answering legal questions we deliver strategic commercially minded solutions. Our trust and tax lawyers offer clear practical advice across a wide range of areas including wealth structuring succession planning and trust administration.
What youll do
In this role you will:
- Advise on the creation structuring and administration of UK and offshore trusts
- Support clients with complex trust reorganisations tax planning and compliance
- Manage multi-jurisdictional trust and estate matters for high-net-worth individuals and families
- Work closely with trustees beneficiaries and family offices across various jurisdictions
- Navigate sensitive tax issues and provide tailored advice on trust-related disputes and regulatory obligations
- Build long-term client relationships and contribute to the development of our private wealth offering
- Collaborate with a high-performing team to deliver innovative high-quality trust solutions
What were looking for
Were looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic client-focused environment and brings:
- At least 5 years PQE with a strong focus on trusts and private wealth
- A STEP qualification (or working towards it)
- Experience advising on UK and international trust structures tax planning and succession
- A deep understanding of trust law and its application in complex cross-border contexts
- A commercial approach and the ability to deliver clear outcome-driven advice
- A collaborative mindset and a commitment to building trusted multi-generational client relationships
Whether advising UK residents or international families this role requires expertise in sophisticated trust structuring and strategic planning. Our multilingual team regularly advises on all aspects of trust and tax law including business assets inheritance planning and wealth preservation. We work with a diverse client base from private individuals to entrepreneurs and landowners with growing demand in the OMB and family office space.
Join a seriously ambitious firm
At Foot Anstey were committed to making a difference for our people our clients and society. Heres what makes us stand out:
- An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
- A client base that spans household names thriving startups and ambitious enterprises.
- A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human entrepreneurial inclusive and collaborative.
- A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
- Comprehensive professional development and training whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
Progressive benefits tailored to you
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing including:
- Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
- Enhanced parental leave policies.
- Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. mental health support gym memberships).
- An open flexible working environment.
- Find out more about our benefits and work environment hereLife at Foot Anstey Foot Anstey
Ready to apply
- Hit the Apply Now button.
- Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you.
- Our team will review your application and be in touch whatever the outcome.
- Invited for interview
- With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
- Were here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments were more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview well contact you to discuss the themes well cover and answer any questions you might have.
- If youd like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview just let us know.
Lets make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
