If you are interested in people and their families and have at least two years experience in trust or estate work then there is a great opportunity for you in the London Trust & Estate Team. Consisting of 10 skilled professionals our Trust and Estate team ranks among the largest Trust departments in London (for a firm of our size) and we are seeking an ambitious Trust Senior who is eager to enhance their expertise in Trust and Estate through learning and development.
As a Trust Senior you will manage a diverse portfolio of trust clients handling trusts encompassing private company shares multi-million-pound assets in property and investments as well as deceased clients estates. The team currently provides a service for approximately 600 Trusts; estates; small private charities; individual clients and their families and family office type administrative services.
In this role you will have the opportunity to deal with both compliance and advisory work.
Youll also collaborate with various departments within the firm along with regular interactions with clients solicitors stockbrokers HMRC other professional bodies and key stakeholders.
About the role
Drafting trust tax returns and managing access permissions
Preparing annual trust accounts
Assisting with drafting estate accounts and attending to estate administration period tax reporting requirements
Assisting the team with Trust and Estate advisory tasks
Communicating effectively with clients and external professionals
Assisting with the financials of the department including raising fees
Preparing and calculating inheritance tax events accurately
What were looking for
Strong communication skills
Excellent organisational skills
Collaborative and supportive team player
Exposure to Trust or estate environment
Aspiring to pursue professional exams (e.g. ATT CTA STEP)
What we can offer
- Financial wellbeing competitive salary contributory pension scheme Life Assurance Health Cash Plan Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
- Leave 25.5 days plus bank holidays holiday buying Mental wellbeing hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
- Physical wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
- Recognition monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
- Development we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business as well as access to internal and external training courses
- Diversity inclusion and belonging we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
- ESG give as you earn 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
- Travel other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme interest-free season ticket loan (London only) interest-free car/motorbike loan