Solicitor (2-4 PQE) | Wills, Trusts & Estates

2026-08-13T00:00:00

Location: Reading, Berkshire, GB, RG1 2

Employment Status: Any

Application Deadline: 2026-09-15T03:06:01.207

Job Description

Join one of the Thames Valley's leading Private Client teams and build your career with high-quality work, expert support, and genuine opportunities for progression.

At Field Seymour Parkes (FSP), we are proud to be recognised as a leading regional law firm, advising individuals, families and businesses across the Thames Valley and beyond. Our Wills, Trusts & Estates team is highly regarded by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and continues to grow, creating an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor with 2-4 years' PQE to join the team.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise within a collaborative and supportive team that is committed to helping lawyers reach their full potential. You'll benefit from direct access to experienced specialists, high-quality work, structured development, and the opportunity to build lasting client relationships.

Whether you're looking to broaden your technical knowledge, gain greater client responsibility, or take the next step in your career, you'll find the support and opportunity to do so at FSP.

The Role

You'll advise a diverse range of private clients across a broad spectrum of non-contentious private client matters, including:

Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney

Estate administration

Inheritance tax planning and advice

Preparation of IHT accounts

Supporting clients through often complex and sensitive personal matters

Alongside managing your own caseload, you'll work closely with colleagues across both contentious and non-contentious teams on larger and more complex matters, giving you exposure to excellent quality work and ongoing professional development.

You'll also have the opportunity to play an active role in business development initiatives, helping to further strengthen our relationships across the region.

About You

We're looking for a solicitor with:

2-4 years' PQE in Private Client work

Strong technical knowledge and excellent client care skills

A collaborative approach and genuine team spirit

Ambition to develop and progress within a successful and growing team

About FSP

FSP is a full-service law firm based in Reading, at the heart of the Thames Valley. We are recognised by Legal 500, Chambers & Partners and Lexcel for the quality of our legal services and client care. Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We have held Investors in People accreditation for 25 consecutive years and were awarded Gold status, reflecting our long-term commitment to creating an environment where our people can thrive. As part of Lawfront, a group of leading regional law firms, we are investing in ambitious growth while maintaining the supportive, collaborative culture that makes FSP a great place to build a career.

Interested?

If you're looking for high-quality work, genuine career development, and a supportive team environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your Private Client career with FSP.

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Job DescriptionJoin one of the Thames Valley's leading Private Client teams and build your career with high-quality work, expert support, and genuine opportunities for progression.At Field Seymour Parkes (FSP), we are proud to be recognised as a leading regional law firm, advising individuals, families and businesses across the Thames Valley and beyond. Our Wills, Trusts & Estates team is highly regarded by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and continues to grow, creating an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor with 2-4 years' PQE to join the team.
Why Join Us?This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise within a collaborative and supportive team that is committed to helping lawyers reach their full potential. You'll benefit from direct access to experienced specialists, high-quality work, structured development, and the opportunity to build lasting client relationships.Whether you're looking to broaden your technical knowledge, gain greater client responsibility, or take the next step in your career, you'll find the support and opportunity to do so at FSP.
The RoleYou'll advise a diverse range of private clients across a broad spectrum of non-contentious private client matters, including: Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney Estate administration Inheritance tax planning and advice Preparation of IHT accounts Supporting clients through often complex and sensitive personal mattersAlongside managing your own caseload, you'll work closely with colleagues across both contentious and non-contentious teams on larger and more complex matters, giving you exposure to excellent quality work and ongoing professional development.You'll also have the opportunity to play an active role in business development initiatives, helping to further strengthen our relationships across the region.
About YouWe're looking for a solicitor with: 2-4 years' PQE in Private Client work Strong technical knowledge and excellent client care skills A collaborative approach and genuine team spirit Ambition to develop and progress within a successful and growing team
About FSPFSP is a full-service law firm based in Reading, at the heart of the Thames Valley. We are recognised by Legal 500, Chambers & Partners and Lexcel for the quality of our legal services and client care.Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We have held Investors in People accreditation for 25 consecutive years and were awarded Gold status, reflecting our long-term commitment to creating an environment where our people can thrive.As part of Lawfront, a group of leading regional law firms, we are investing in ambitious growth while maintaining the supportive, collaborative culture that makes FSP a great place to build a career.
Interested?If you're looking for high-quality work, genuine career development, and a supportive team environment, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and take the next step in your Private Client career with FSP.

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