Job Opportunity: Trust and Tax Manager Salary - £55,000 - £65,000 Location - Cheltenham Permanent Our client, a Top 30 Law Firm, is looking for a skilled Trust and Tax Manager to join our Trusts and Probate team within the Tax, Trusts, and Succession group in Cheltenham.
Location and Environment: Join us in the scenic Cotswolds, where you'll experience the best of both city-level tasks and a supportive office atmosphere.
Our Cheltenham office, which houses over 100 staff, provides a strong community feel and connects with other UK and international offices, offering vast opportunities.
Role Description: This role involves working with private clients and various partners within the Tax, Trusts & Succession group, perfect for those aiming to advance their careers in a well-recognized, collaborative team.
Team Interaction: Collaborate with teams from Private Property, Tax, Trusts, and Succession across the UK and internationally.
We pride ourselves on delivering personalized services and building lasting client relationships.
Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage your own client portfolios.
Address and resolve tax planning and succession issues.
Manage relationships with grant-making and applicant charities.
Prepare and submit trust accounts and tax returns, including inheritance tax returns.
Calculate trustees liabilities for IHT, CGT, and Income Tax.
Attend and document trustees meetings.
Handle payments and distributions from trusts.
Conduct investment reviews and monitor portfolio performance.
Interpret and review trust deeds with team input.
Keep managers and partners informed on progress and assist with billing.
Manage a substantial and varied workload efficiently.
Supervise and guide junior team members.
Comply with all relevant regulatory obligations, including SRA Standards and Regulations.
Ideal Candidate Profile: Experience in accounts and trust taxation.
STEP qualification is an advantage but not required.
Proficient in computerized accounts and tax software.
Strong team collaboration and mentoring skills.
Good judgment and understanding of clients needs.
Effective time management and problem-solving abilities.
Self-motivated and proactive.
Excellent at building rapport with clients.
Proficient in IT, including MS Office.
Core Competencies: Collaboration Integrity and respect Inclusivity High standards Commercial acumen Client-centric approach