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Tax Director - Trusts, Probate & IHT

Michael Page Finance
Posted a day ago, valid for 6 days
Location

St. Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 6JZ, England

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance

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Sonic Summary

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  • An experienced Private Client Tax Professional is sought for a Director role focusing on Trusts, Probate, and Inheritance tax.
  • The position requires candidates to have completed the CTA and/or STEP qualification and possess significant experience in private client and probate work, particularly with trusts and IHT.
  • The role involves managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing the probate process, and providing strategic advice on estate planning.
  • A competitive salary is offered along with a benefits package that includes life assurance, private medical, and a pension scheme.
  • Candidates should demonstrate strong client relationship skills and team leadership experience, with the opportunity to work in a hybrid setting.

An opportunity for an experienced Private client tax professional to join a well-established tax team as a Director focusing on Trusts, Probate, and Inheritance tax. This will be a key leadership position in team, managing these tax services and providing tax advise to a well established client base.

Client Details

Our client is a leading professional services firm with a particular focus on private client work, operating in the St Albans area. They focus on delivery high-quality services and pride themselves on their client care.

Description

The responsibilities of the Tax Director will include:

  • Managing a portfolio of Trust, Probate and Estate planning clients, including meeting with and onboarding new clients
  • Preparing & reviewing accounts and tax returns for trust & estates
  • Managing the probate process from start to finish
  • Providing strategic advise for Wills, Estate planning and IHT
  • Maintaining strong client relationships providing exceptional service and support
  • Team leadership; delegating & reviewing work for team members, as well providing training and mentoring
  • Supporting in business development for growth of the firm

Profile

The successful candidate will have completed the CTA and/or STEP qualification, with a strong background in working with a private client and/or probate client portfolio, including experience of trusts & IHT. The successful candidate will in particular have experience in the probate process as this will be a key area of specialism in this role. The ability to build strong client relationships, manage multiple projects and line manage a small team will also be required.

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary
  • Benefits package including life assurance & private medical
  • Pension scheme
  • Hybrid working

We encourage all suitable candidates to apply for this opportunity to lead and grow within the Tax department of a leading professional services firm.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.