Tax Assistant - Law Firm

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Private Client Tax Assistant to join their collaborative team. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse portfolio of high net worth individuals and provides flexibility with 50% hybrid working. The ideal candidate will have experience in preparing tax returns and a strong understanding of tax compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to develop their career in a supportive environment with a focus on continuous progression and training.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave & Buy/Sell Scheme

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Excellent Salary & Benefit Package

Qualifications

• Experience preparing tax returns for Private Client Portfolio.
• Strong understanding of tax compliance processes and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and submission of tax returns for clients.
• Advising clients on tax liabilities and relevant claims.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Client Liaison

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Relevant experience from a Law or Accountancy Firm

Tools

Tax Software

HMRC Online Forms

Job description

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Meraki Talent are recruiting for a Private Client Tax Assistant to join a highly regarded Law firm.

The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative Private Client team working with a diverse portfolio of high net worth individuals, other individual clients, trusts, estates, and charities. This role offers flexibility, with the option to be based in Edinburgh, Glasgow, or Aberdeen, alongside 50% hybrid working.

Key responsibilities will include

• Preparation of tax returns for Private Client Portfolio
• Submitting tax returns and arranging payments to HMRC within the relevant deadlines
• Dealing with straightforward HMRC enquiries into tax returns
• Liaising with clients to gather necessary information and funds in a timely manner
• Advising clients in relation to their tax returns, relevant claims, elections, and tax liabilities
• Keeping up to date with developments in tax compliance and legislation, and sharing relevant updates with clients and colleagues

You do not have to tick all the boxes - training and continuous progression is provided!

The ideal candidate will have

• Relevant experience from a Law or an Accountancy Firm preparing tax returns for Private Client Portfolio
• Proficiency in using tax software and HMRC online forms
• A strong understanding of tax compliance processes and legislation
• A solutions-driven approach
• Good teamworking

On Offer

• 50% hybrid working
• Excellent Salary & Benefit Package
• Discretionary Bonus scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave & Buy/Sell Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance

This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

For more information or to apply, please contact Meraki Talent.