Private Client Estate Manager — Hybrid

Higgs LLP

Brierley Hill

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Higgs LLP is seeking an Estate Manager within the Private Client department’s Estates team. The role covers a varied caseload of estate administration, including taxable and non-taxable estates.

You will handle probate matters, liaise with clients, and work with accountants and tax advisers to ensure accurate estate accounts. We offer hybrid working where possible and value a proactive, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of the estate administration process from instruction through to final distribution.
  • Experience communicating with clients via telephone, email, and face-to-face meetings.
  • Knowledge of inheritance tax returns (IHT205, IHT400, IHT421).
  • Understanding of IHT allowances including Nil Rate Band and Transferable Nil Rate Band.
  • Ability to prepare and maintain estate accounts and liaise with accountants and tax advisers.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft 365 applications.

Responsibilities

  • Strong understanding of the estate administration process from instruction through to final distribution.
  • Experienced in communicating with clients via telephone, email, and face-to-face meetings, providing clear and professional support.
  • Skilled in preparing and submitting inheritance tax returns (IHT205, IHT400, IHT421).
  • Knowledge of IHT allowances including Nil Rate Band and Transferable Nil Rate Band, with exposure to reliefs and complex estates.
  • Working knowledge of will validity and interpretation, seeking specialist guidance when needed.
  • Proficient in preparing and maintaining estate accounts and liaising with external professionals.

Skills

Estate administration
Client communication
Tax knowledge
Probate experience
Microsoft 365

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Higgs LLP is seeking an Estate Manager within the Private Client department’s Estates team. The role covers a varied caseload of estate administration, including taxable and non-taxable estates.

You will handle probate matters, liaise with clients, and work with accountants and tax advisers to ensure accurate estate accounts. We offer hybrid working where possible and value a proactive, collaborative approach.

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