Professional Support Lawyer (PSL)
Private Wealth | Trusts, Tax & Estates
Exeter (Hybrid Working)
Job Type: Part-Time (3–4 Days) or Full-Time
Private Wealth PSL Opportunity – Leading UK Law Firm
This outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) to join a highly regarded Private Wealth team at a leading UK law firm. This role is open to experienced Solicitors or Legal Executives with strong expertise in trusts, estates, and tax planning who are seeking to transition into a non-fee earning knowledge-based position.
Based in Exeter with flexible hybrid working, this position offers the chance to move away from fee earning while remaining at the forefront of complex, high-value private client work.

You will play a key role in supporting a top-tier team advising high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals and families.
Why Apply for This PSL Role?
*Join a top-ranked Private Wealth and Private Client team
*Work with HNW and UHNW clients on complex trusts, tax, and estate matters
*No billing targets – focus on legal knowledge, training, and innovation
*Flexible working options including part-time and hybrid arrangements
*Collaborate with an established PSL and Learning & Development team
*Opportunity to shape best practice and contribute to thought leadership
*Ideal for lawyers seeking a career change into a Professional Support Lawyer role
Key Responsibilities
*Provide expert legal knowledge across trusts, tax planning, and estate matters
*Monitor and communicate legal developments, case law updates, and HMRC changes
*Draft, update, and manage legal precedents, templates, and know-how resources
*Deliver internal training, CPD sessions, and legal workshops
*Support business development through technical content, tenders, and articles
*Contribute to knowledge management and continuous improvement initiatives
Candidate Requirements
*Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (UK qualified)
*Minimum 7+ years’ PQE in Private Client / Private Wealth law
*Strong experience advising HNW and UHNW clients
*Excellent technical knowledge of trusts, estates, and tax planning
*PSL or knowledge management experience beneficial but not essential
*Strong communication and training delivery skills
Salary & Benefits
*Highly competitive salary (dependent on experience)
*28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
*Hybrid working model (office and remote flexibility)
*Private healthcare and generous pension scheme
*City centre parking
*Flexible benefits and rewards platform
*Long-term career development opportunities
Apply Now – Private Wealth PSL Role
This is a rare and highly sought-after Professional Support Lawyer opportunity in the South West, ideal for a Private Client Solicitor looking to transition into a PSL role or an experienced PSL seeking a new challenge.
Apply today to be considered or get in touch with Paul Norman for a confidential discussion about this and other Private Wealth, PSL, Trusts, and Estates roles.
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