A leading national law firm is seeking an NQ-2 PQE Solicitor to join its highly regarded Private Capital Department in Taunton, specifically within the Tax and Trusts team. With a Tier 1 Legal 500 ranking for Personal Tax, Trusts and Probate in the South-West, this is a rare opportunity to build your career in a nationally respected firm.

In this role, you’ll manage a varied caseload of trust matters, including administration, compliance, and tax reporting. You’ll advise on the establishment and structuring of UK trusts, draft trust deeds and related documentation, and provide practical guidance on trust taxation – covering income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax.

You’ll work alongside a diverse group of experienced professionals to deliver comprehensive guidance on trust and tax matters, applying your expertise to broader planning initiatives. Your responsibilities will include overseeing key documentation and compliance processes, while offering support on issues connected to personal wealth, estate arrangements, and related legal considerations.

To succeed in this role, you’ll be a qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Trust Advisor with ideally 0–2 years PQE. You’ll have experience managing your own caseload and working directly with clients, demonstrating a proactive, organised, and detail-oriented approach. Strong drafting skills and a collaborative mindset are essential, along with the ability to work closely with stakeholders and anticipate client needs. You’ll be committed to delivering first-class service and ensuring full compliance with firm policies and procedures.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a dynamic and well-established Private Capital team, recognised for its collaborative spirit and technical excellence. The role offers the chance to grow professionally in a values-led firm that places mutual respect, diversity, and personal wellbeing at the heart of its culture.

This role offers a flexible working environment designed to support productivity and personal balance, making it well-suited to individuals who value balance, autonomy, and meaningful engagement. You’ll benefit from a comprehensive learning and development programme, tailored to support your career journey, alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on this opportunity.

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We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.