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Trust & Tax Assistant

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, Manchester

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Salary:

27000.00 - 42000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

A well-established and supportive Private Wealth team in Manchester is looking to recruit a Trust & Tax Assistant to support its growing practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-driven administrator with an interest in trusts, estates, and tax work to develop their career in a highly respected legal environment.

Job Responsibility:

  • Liaising with clients, accountants, and investment managers to support trust and estate matters
  • Assisting with the preparation of trust accounts and returns for inheritance tax, capital gains tax, and income tax
  • Handling payments and capital/income distributions
  • Preparing documentation for trustee meetings, including drafting meeting minutes
  • Supporting the management of case deadlines, billing, and client updates
  • Assisting in the drafting and review of investment policy statements
  • Maintaining professional standards in all client communications

Requirements:

  • Strong administrative skills and a genuine interest in private wealth, trusts, or estate work
  • Prior experience in a private client setting or exposure to trust/estate administration is desirable
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
  • Strong communication, time management, and organisational skills
  • Proactive, self-motivated individual with the ability to take ownership of tasks
  • Familiarity with CCH or similar tax software is an advantage, though training will be provided

Nice to have:

Familiarity with CCH or similar tax software

What we offer:
  • Clear progression pathways and ongoing training in trust and tax administration
  • Work in a modern office based in Manchester’s Spinningfields with hybrid flexibility (up to 2 remote days per week)
  • Supportive environment with long-term career potential in private wealth

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 02, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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