Job Description:
We are working on a fantastic opportunity for a Solicitor to join the team at a law firm based in Edinburgh.
The successful candidate will be newly NQ - 3 years PQE, have experience within private client/trusts, as well as an eagerness to work towards the STEP qualification.
Skills/Experience:
NQ - 3 years PQE
Previous experience dealing with high-net-worth individuals in a private client environment is desirable
Previous experience dealing with trusts
A commercial focus in managing workload effectively and efficiently
Mindset to exceed team and client expectations
Working towards or prepared to start STEP qualifications
Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and oral is essential
Able to build professional relationships with clients and third parties
A high level of accuracy and strong attention to detail
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Core Responsibilities:
Advise high net worth clients and family business clients (including entrepreneurial clients) on the protection of their assets.
Help families to decide on the most appropriate structures for owning assets (trusts, partnerships, family investment companies).
Accurately prepare and draft legal documentation and correspondence relating to family and business governance, commercial and corporate issues, asset protection, succession and tax planning, and mediation.
Help clients navigate through tax planning issues and work alongside existing tax advisors and accountants.
Assist clients to work out a succession plan alongside their Wills and estate planning.
Help family business clients to manage business continuity, conflicts or challenging family dynamics and help them to deliver their philanthropic objectives.
Proactively manage your own caseload and drive forward work for others within the team.
Identify and resolve any problems experienced by our clients in a professional manner.
Meet or exceed individual financial targets.
Have a good working knowledge of private client law and keep up to date with any developments through events/training.
Collaborate with other professionals - accountants/wealth planners/tax advisers/lawyers (as part of trusted adviser teams) to deliver solutions for clients.
Actively seek to build your professional network and promote the business to external peers.
Prepare articles and blogs for the website and press/professional publications.
Build good relationships internally, support senior colleagues and advise colleagues with different specialisms.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16078
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
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Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2025-05-29 17:07:33
Practice Accounts Manager
West Malling, Kent
Monday to Friday 35hpw
£45,000 - £50,000pa + Pension, Holiday, Parking, Professional Development, Employee Assistance Programme
KHR are pleased to be partnered with a well-respected firm of Accountants and Tax Advisors based in West Malling, who are looking for an ambitious Accounts Manager to join the team with a focus on the accounts and compliance side of the business.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced accountant to play a key role in providing exceptional service to a diverse client base of business owners and SMEs across various industries.
Position Overview
As an Accounts Manager, you will be the primary point of contact for clients, developing strong relationships and providing expert guidance on accountancy and tax matters.
This pivotal role involves managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of accounts, tax returns, and financial reports.
You will work closely with the team to deliver high-quality services and contribute to the overall success of the practice.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as their primary point of contact for accountancy and tax queries
- Process quarterly VAT returns, management accounts, year-end accounts, and account reconciliations
- Attend client meetings, plan and research, and be the main point of contact for assigned clients
- Deal with Inland Revenue and Companies House queries, writing necessary letters/documentation following in-house branding
- Assist with the management and training of the Accounts Senior
- Provide analysis and forecast financial reporting, advising on potential issues, trends, and improvements
- Assist with the tax return compliance process, including collating, preparing, submitting, and reviewing individual and company tax returns
Candidate Profile
- Fully ACCA / ACA qualified
- Understanding of corporation and personal tax
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in practice
- Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
- Proficiency in relevant accounting software (CCH, Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
- Full driving licence holder
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Thank you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Kings Hill, England
Start: 23/06/2025
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £50000 per annum + Pension, Holiday, Employee Assistance
Posted: 2025-05-29 16:16:13
