IHT & Trust Assistant Manager - In-house

Taxation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax consultancy firm in Greater London is seeking an In-house Trust & Estate Tax Assistant Manager. The role involves managing UK trust and estate tax compliance, submitting relevant tax returns, and liaising with HMRC. Candidates should have prior experience in a tax compliance role and hold a relevant qualification such as ATT, ACCA, ACA, or STEP. This position offers the opportunity to support a diverse range of clients while adhering to regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience in a tax compliance environment.
• Familiarity with CCH or similar tax software is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and capability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit UK Trust & Estate Tax Returns and Inheritance Tax forms to HMRC.
• Manage Trust Registration Service filings and annual declarations.
• Handle capital gains reporting on UK property disposals.
• Liaise with HMRC on queries and penalties.
• Support additional tax services as needed.
• Maintain accuracy in records and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Tax compliance

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

ATT, ACCA, ACA or STEP qualification

Tools

CCH or similar tax software

Job description

In‑house Trust & Estate Tax Assistant Manager

Overview

Join a growing Tax Compliance team that supports a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple jurisdictions. This role focuses on UK trust and estate tax compliance, inheritance tax, and related reporting obligations, while also providing exposure to wider corporate and international tax services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit UK Trust & Estate Tax Returns and Inheritance Tax forms (IHT100) to HMRC.
• Manage Trust Registration Service (TRS) filings, annual declarations, and updates.
• Handle capital gains reporting on UK property disposals.
• Liaise with HMRC on penalties and queries.
• Support additional tax services such as ATED, CIS, and offshore tax filings as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a tax compliance environment.
• Familiarity with CCH or similar tax software (training provided if needed).
• ATT, ACCA, ACA, or STEP qualification (part or fully qualified preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

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