An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Trust & Private Client Solicitor with 5-7 years PQE to join a well-established, forward-thinking firm on the North Shore. The firm is known for delivering exceptional personalised services to its long-standing clients. This role is ideal for someone looking to further develop their expertise in trust structuring, estate planning, and asset protection.

You will provide strategic advice on succession planning, wealth preservation, and trust structuring. Your clients will range from high-net-worth individuals to families looking to secure their future. The role involves close collaboration with respected partners in a close-knit team. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Succession planning and offering strategic advice to help clients prepare for the future.
• Structuring and governance of trusts, including trust formation, resettlements, and restructures.
• Administering trusts efficiently and cost-effectively to protect client assets.
• Providing expert guidance on Wills and Enduring Powers of Attorney to ensure clients' wishes are met.
• Supporting estate administration, working closely with executors and families to manage estates smoothly and sensitively.

Ideal Candidate:

• NZ Qualified & admitted Lawyer
• 5-7 years PQE with a strong focus on trust and private client matters.
• A proven ability to offer pragmatic, clear, and tailored advice to clients.
• Experience in handling complex asset structures, succession planning, and estate administration.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to handle sensitive matters with care and discretion.
• A collaborative approach to working with external advisors to ensure comprehensive client solutions.

This role offers an opportunity to work within a supportive environment while building long-term relationships with clients, ensuring their wealth and assets are protected for future generations.

Perhaps you would like to skip the Auckland traffic and work closer to home? Or you would like to take the lead on files while having support from an established team? Maybe you would like to increase the quality of your work and have more client contact in your role. Either way, get in touch to find out more about these positions.