Private Client Solicitor - Leeds

Job Title: Private Client SolicitorOffice: LeedsSalary: DOEJob Summary:My client is seeking a Private Client Solicitor to join their Private Client Team. This Private Client team is one of largest and most successful private client teams in the country, specialising in the administration of complex, high value & prestigious estates.The FirmA well-established, reputable firm of specialist Solicitors with offices in Leeds, Sheffield and Newcastle. Representing clients across the UK and are considered as one of the leading expert practices outside of London. Benefits:Competitive salariesAgile WorkingEnhanced Family Friendly BenefitsGenerous holiday entitlement and holiday purchase schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammePension schemeLife Assurance schemeGroup Income ProtectionEmployee Wellness InitiativesPrivate Medical InsuranceSocials1200 chargeable hours per yearAbout the roleWorking within a team you will have the opportunity to work with great clients, many of which have worked with us for many years. General responsibilities include but are not limited to:Dealing with high value and technical private client work revolving around capital tax planning, the use of trusts, asset protection and succession issues generallyAdvising on the maximisation of capital tax reliefs and opportunities for capital tax mitigation or deferral, particularly in relation to agricultural and/ or business assetsConsidering and advising on the creation of new trusts as well as altering existing trustsCompliance requirements for trusts and other entities, including the Trust Registration ServiceDrafting wills and letters of wishes, powers of attorney, trusts, deeds of appointment and advancement etcThe use of life insurance with trusts in estate planningDealing with all aspects of estate administration, including complex estates of high value, estates which include agricultural and / or business property, taxable estates, and intestaciesAttendings meetings with the personal representatives and third parties, collating information on the assets and liabilities and verifying that information, arranging the valuation of assets, preparing applications for grants of representation, including both online submissions and paper applications, drafting full Inheritance Tax accounts and returns of estate information, dealing with HMRC enquiriesDrafting full estate accountsCalculating inheritance tax liabilities on death and assessing and advising on methods of reductionAdvising on deeds of variation, deeds of disclaimer and other post death tax planning Job Experience:The ideal candidateYou will be a qualified Private Client Solicitor A STEP Membership would be advantageous, although not essential providing you are happy to undertake this qualification in the futureAbility to prioritise and manage a varied caseloadStrong academic backgroundExcellent communication skillsKeen attention to detail