48 Estate Planning jobs in the United Kingdom

Estate & Tax Planning | Partner | Tunbridge Wells | Competitive Salary

Are you a highly experienced Estate and Tax Planning lawyer? If you’re nearing Partner level, this could be the ideal role for you to further your career in Kent.

This renowned firm is after an experienced solicitor, with particular experience in tax planning, who could benefit from injecting some variety into their career in the form of a shiny new position within a first-tier-ranked team in Tunbridge Wells.

This Estate and Tax Planning Partner role will encompass the process of tax planning; supporting high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients with complex assets, some of which have international elements. Your role will be to help loyal clients future-proof and minimise tax liabilities with the use of appropriate structures, while bringing in your own clients, too.

For this Estate and Tax Planning Partner role, you will ideally have:

• At least 8 years of post-qualification experience (as a UK-qualified Solicitor or legal executive).
• Proven experience within Private Client law, with a particular focus on pre-death matters (ideally tax planning).

We recognise there are several options in terms of legal qualification, from Solicitor to Legal Executive (CILEx) . If you have a keen interest in this area and relevant experience, we encourage you to get in touch.

This firm is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Please get in touch if you have any questions concerning reasonable adjustments or diversity practices .

Contact the Legal Team—Hayley Rose or Chloë —at Harvey John for more information about this Tax Planning Partner job in Kent.

Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

Estate & Tax Planning | Associate Solicitor | Tunbridge Wells | 55k+ (DOE)

Join this prestigious regional firm as the newest Associate Solicitor in their Estates & Tax Planning team, based in Tunbridge Wells.

They’re after an experienced solicitor, with particular experience in tax planning, who could benefit from injecting some variety into their career in the form of a shiny new position within a first-tier ranked team.

This Estate and Tax Planning Solicitor role will encompass the process of tax planning; supporting high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients with complex assets, some of which have international elements. Your role will be to help loyal clients future-proof and minimise tax liabilities with the use of appropriate structures, while bringing in your own clients, too.

For this Estate and Tax Planning Associate Solicitor role, you will ideally have:

• At least 4 years of post-qualification experience (as a UK-qualified Solicitor or legal executive).
• Proven experience within Private Client law, with a particular focus on pre-death matters (ideally tax planning).

They are also happy to consider a private client lawyer who'd like to specialise further in this sphere of the law. So, if you have a keen interest in this area and relevant experience, we encourage you to get in touch.

This firm is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Please get in touch if you have any questions concerning reasonable adjustments or diversity practices .

Contact the Legal Team—Hayley Rose or Chloë — at Harvey John for more information about this Estate & Tax Planning Associate job in Kent.

Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

We are currently partnering with a Local Authority based in the West Midlands , who are recruiting for a locum Planning Lawyer to join their team on a locum basis for an initial 3-months .

This is a part-time position with capacity for 20 - 25 hours p/week , and they are offering an hourly rate of circa £50 - £0 p/hour UMB . This is a predominantly remote position, but the successful candidate will be required to attend committees on a monthly basis. They are looking for someone to get started as soon as possible.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Handling a mixed caseload of Planning, Highways and Enforcement matters
• Advising on planning matters to do with major projects in the region
• Providing advice to the client group on varied Planning matters, including advising on appeal enquiries and other associated matters as required
• Attending and representing the Council at Committee meetings on an ad-hoc basis
• Drafting and advising s.106 agreements, CIL, certificates of lawful use and advising on other planning related matters
• Advising on, drafting and completing highways agreements, including deeds of dedication and footpaths orders

Experience required:

• Experience required in Local Authority
• Experience handling planning committees
• Significant planning & highways law experience

Working hours:

• 20 - 25 hours p/week

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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Service Care Solutions is working alongside a bustling local authority, based in the West Midlands , which is seeking an experienced Planning Solicitor to join their team on a part time basis . This role offers a unique opportunity to work remotely bar the need to attend committee meetings once per month. The ideal candidate will have expertise in planning law, experience with planning committees, drafting agreements, and providing advice on planning regulations.

Role: Planning Solicitor - 15 to 20 hours per week

Location: West Midlands – remote working bar committee meetings once per month

Contract Length: 3 months ongoing

Key responsibilities of the Planning Solicitor role:

• Handle a mixed planning law caseload from start to completion.
• Attend committee meetings once per month (usually the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday).
• Be able to draft agreements and provide advice on planning regulations.

Benefits included with the Planning Solicitor role:

• Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
• Remote working.
• Flexible hours.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

Your new firm
Our Top 50 international client is currently seeking a recently qualified Real Estate Lawyer to join their excellent Real Estate Team in Exeter.

Your new role
You will join this expanding team where you will undertake a broad range of property work for clients ranging from developers and investors, to public sector bodies, handling a rewarding caseload of everything from development, regeneration and asset management, to real estate finance and investment projects.

Working as part of large cross-disciplinary projects, you will also have the chance to partner with colleagues across the firm on high-value and high-profile schemes.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a bright and accomplished Real Estate lawyer who has trained and qualified with a leading Real Estate practice. Having developed excellent technical skills and relevant real estate experience, you will be ambitious to develop your career with an industry leader.


What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a real estate practice in a highly profitable and growing team with a team with a national reputation in this sector. You will enjoy a positive work-life balance in a great location, along with a market leading benefits package.

With both flexible and hybrid working options available, this is a great opportunity that would suit full or part-time Property Lawyers, and those already in the Southwest or those looking to relocate to the Southwest in the future.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this role or are looking for further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

If this job isn't right for you but you are looking for a new job, please feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion on your career.

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.

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Your new company

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and motivated Associate to join a well-established and highly regarded Real Estate team in London.

Your new role

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on acquisitions and disposals of investment property, including sale and leaseback transactions
• Drafting and negotiating leases and associated documents for both landlords and tenants
• Handling site acquisitions for development and investment, including development agreements and onward disposals
• Supervising junior colleagues on property portfolio management
• Reviewing and reporting on title matters and heads of terms
• Coordinating with other legal teams (e.g. Corporate, Banking, Construction) on real estate transactions

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales (ideally 2-4 years PQE)
• Strong experience in commercial property law.
• Solid background in landlord and tenant matters.
• Proactive and commercially minded approach.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Enthusiasm for business development and networking.
• Financial awareness and attention to detail.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus birthday and Christmas leave
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Private medical insurance (optional)
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Annual fitness and wellbeing allowance
• Electric/hybrid car lease scheme
• Pension and financial planning support
• Life assurance and income protection
• Season ticket loan and homework support
• Charity volunteering days and emergency care access
• Tailored training and development

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Environmental and Planning Lawyer

South East

Hybrid working

Permanent

£80,000 - £85,000 per annum

An Environmental and Planning Lawyer is required to join a major utilities company based in the South East on a permanent basis.

The successful Environmental and Planning Lawyer will be able to get involved with interesting work of national importance from the outset and will join an experienced, dynamic, and close-knit team.

The Environmental and Planning Lawyer will be able to benefit from flexible working arrangements, but will be required to attend the office in the South East twice a week ideally.

As an Environmental and Planning Lawyer, your role will include, but is not limited to:

• Provide focused accurate, effective, and timely advice on a range of environmental and planning legal matters
• Assisting with Environmental Information Regulation queries
• Managing external legal resources
• Providing legal support on ongoing, large-scale programmes and projects

Qualifications and Experience required of the Senior Environmental and Planning Lawyer:

• Qualified as a lawyer (solicitor, barrister or equivalent)
• Experience in Environmental and Planning Law
• An ability to collaborate well as a team player and take on managerial responsibilities
• Those with Public sector or private practice experience are encouraged to apply and previous in-house experience would also be beneficial but not necessary

Benefits of working for the Utilities Company:

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Pension Contribution of up to 11%
• 25 days Annual Leave
• Life Insurance
• Additional wellbeing benefits

This is a really exciting opportunity for a qualified Environmental and Planning Lawyer to join one of the largest utilities companies in the country, so apply NOW to ensure you do not miss this new opportunity!

If interested in the role and want to know more, please contact Zac Carter at our Manchester office .

Junior Commercial & Real Estate Lawyer- Real Estate Sector

Contract: 3-6 months+

Location: Victoria, London

Start Date: ASAP

A leading global real estate investment and asset management firm is seeking a junior lawyer to join their London legal team on an interim basis. You’ll be part of a collaborative London-based team working on high-profile property and investment transactions across multiple asset classes and jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

Commercial Contracts

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements including supplier contracts, service agreements, consultancy arrangements, and NDAs

Real Estate Transactions & Asset Management

• Support on acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and property management matters for a wide range of asset types

Corporate & M&A Support

• Assist on corporate transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, and restructurings

Team Management & Oversight

• Provide guidance, mentoring, and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met

Experience:

• Experience working in-house
• Real estate experience (desired)
• Commercial contracts exposure
• Confident managing paralegals and handling a varied workload

Junior Commercial & Real Estate Lawyer- Real Estate Sector

Contract: 3-6 months+

Location: Victoria, London

Start Date: ASAP

A leading global real estate investment and asset management firm is seeking a junior lawyer to join their London legal team on an interim basis. You’ll be part of a collaborative London-based team working on high-profile property and investment transactions across multiple asset classes and jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

Commercial Contracts

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements including supplier contracts, service agreements, consultancy arrangements, and NDAs

Real Estate Transactions & Asset Management

• Support on acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and property management matters for a wide range of asset types

Corporate & M&A Support

• Assist on corporate transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, and restructurings

Team Management & Oversight

• Provide guidance, mentoring, and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met

Experience:

• Experience working in-house
• Real estate experience (desired)
• Commercial contracts exposure
• Confident managing paralegals and handling a varied workload