Average Estate Solicitor salary in Bristol

A successful accountancy practice based in Bristol is searching for a qualified Trusts and Estates Senior to join their team as a key addition to this growing specialist service line within the firm. You will deliver across all aspects of trust and estate compliance and administration, preparing annual accounts & tax returns as well as increasing involvement in tax planning work. Client Details Based in Bristol this is a highly regarded and leading chartered accountancy firm with a successful, growing and busy Trusts and Estates team acting for a wide spectrum of trustees, executors and beneficiaries, managing over 600 trusts and providing support across the full spectrum of estate and succession matters. The firm provides a quality compliance service, along with delivering on wide ranging planning work. There will be opportunity to develop technically, working closely with partners and management team offering the chance to progress in your career. Full or Part time hours can be explored along with a good mix of home to office/hybrid working on offer and highly competitive salaries and benefits on offer. Description Joining as a qualified Trusts and Estates Senior based from the firms Bristol offices you will deliver annual accounts & tax returns as well as increasing involvement in tax planning work in areas such as inheritance tax planning. Managing a portfolio of trusts and/or estates, ensuring accurate and timely administrationSupporting junior members of the teamPreparing trust and estate accounts, income tax returns, inheritance tax forms and related calculationsSupporting executors with estate administration and probate requirementsLiaising with trustees, beneficiaries, solicitors and investment managersAssisting senior colleagues with succession and estate planning projectsProviding clear, practical guidance to clients in a professional and empathetic manner You will build relationships with clients and the role and firm provides an opportunity for you to develop in your accounts and tax career within this specialist field. Profile You may be any of ATT, CTA, STEP qualified and will have developed your career within the trust and estates service line or bring a focused personal tax career within accountancy practice, or more mixed all around general practice, across a year end accounts and tax career and be interested in diversifying and moving into this specialist client service line. Your experience will have been developed within in an accountancy firm of any size and you will be looking to progress and develop in your career within a growing, leading chartered firm. Job Offer £40,000 - £45,000 + dependent on experience and background, negotiable with benefits. Please apply online and for a further confidential discussion to find out more about this opportunity please contact Mark Bailey on .

A successful accountancy practice based in Bristol is searching for a Trusts and Estates Semi Senior to join their team as a key addition to this growing specialist service line within the firm. You will deliver across all aspects of trust and estate compliance and administration, preparing annual accounts & tax returns as well as increasing involvement in tax planning work. Client Details Based in Bristol this is a highly regarded and leading chartered accountancy firm with a successful, growing and busy Trusts and Estates team acting for a wide spectrum of trustees, executors and beneficiaries, managing over 600 trusts and providing support across the full spectrum of estate and succession matters. The firm provides a quality compliance service, along with delivering on wide ranging planning work. There will be opportunity to develop technically, working closely with partners and management team offering the chance to progress in your career. Full or Part time hours can be explored along with a good mix of home to office/hybrid working on offer and highly competitive salaries and benefits on offer. Description Joining as a Trusts and Estates Semi Senior based from the firms Bristol offices you will deliver annual accounts & tax returns as well as increasing involvement in tax planning work in areas such as inheritance tax planning. Managing a portfolio of trusts and/or estates, ensuring accurate and timely administrationSupporting junior members of the teamPreparing trust and estate accounts, income tax returns, inheritance tax forms and related calculationsSupporting executors with estate administration and probate requirementsLiaising with trustees, beneficiaries, solicitors and investment managersAssisting senior colleagues with succession and estate planning projectsProviding clear, practical guidance to clients in a professional and empathetic manner You will build relationships with clients and the role and firm provides an opportunity for you to develop in your accounts and tax career within this specialist field. Profile You may be studying ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA etc and will have either developed your career within the trust and estates service line or bring a focused personal tax career within accountancy practice, or more mixed all around general practice, accounts and tax career and be interested in diversifying and moving into this client service line. Your experience will have been developed within in an accountancy firm of any size and you will be looking to progress and develop in your career within a growing, leading chartered firm. Job Offer £27,000 - £35,000 + dependent on experience and background, negotiable with benefits. Please apply online and for a further confidential discussion to find out more about this opportunity please contact Mark Bailey on .

Job Title: Real Estate Senior Associate / Partner Salary: ~ £75K + Hours: Full TimeLocation: Bristol | hybrid | 2 days in the office a weekJob Reference: CWS514We're working with a top tier Legal 500 firm, with a strong reputation across the South West. We've placed candidates here before and consistently received excellent feedback on the firm's supportive culture, collaborative environment, high-quality work, and clear internal progression opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Real Estate Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career and handle a diverse range of transactions, provide expert legal advice, and grow their career within a team that values development, collaboration, and real work-life balance within a modern, forward thinking tech focuses law firm.RESPONSIBILITIES* Manage a caseload of real estate transactions (acquisitions, disposals, leases/licences) across the portfolio, with a focus on health & social care assets. Support from senior management, partners, secretaries and paralegals.* Identify and pursue business development opportunities, building relationships with clients, operators, and external partners to grow the real estate portfolio.* Develop and execute estate strategies to optimise portfolio performance, service delivery, growth, and diversification opportunities.* Conduct property due diligence, ensuring compliance with regulatory, planning, and operational requirements.* Identify and deliver alternative uses or income-generating opportunities, including redevelopment, community, or sustainability projects.* Oversee portfolio performance, asset utilisation, and collaborate with internal teams and external advisors on projects.* Prepare business cases, reports, and analyses to support strategic decision-making.* Ensure governance, risk management, and compliance across all estate activities.REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:* Qualified solicitor in England and Wales, ideally with at least 6 years post-qualification experience and a network of clients (Partner level). * Strong commercial property background, preferably with experience in health and social care, though not essential.* Proven track record in business development with the ability to identify and win new clients or opportunities.* Personable, collaborative, and motivated, with a strong drive to succeed and progress within the firm.IN RETURN:* Bonus structure * Career development - clear structure upon joining the firm tailored to you. * At least 25 days holiday + bank holiday + Christmas off + buy or sell 1 week * Life assurance policy* Additional enhanced family leave. * Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements with a focus on work life balance. At least 2 days in the office a week. * On site Café. * Large kitchen area. * Rooftop terrace - regular social events * On site gym and showers. * Quiet / focus pods. * Discounted legal services * Loads more!For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk