Partner - Private Client Tax & Trusts

Darwin Hawkins; Dublin; On-site; EUR 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Hawkins in Dublin seeks a Partner-level Private Client Tax & Trusts specialist to lead and develop a premier advisory practice. You will advise high-net-worth individuals, families and business owners on wealth transfers, estate planning and tax-efficient structures, collaborating with senior professionals across Tax, Legal and Corporate Advisory.

The role offers scope to build a dedicated client portfolio and a robust professional network, with leadership responsibilities in practice

Qualifications

• Extensive experience advising on Capital Acquisitions Tax, Stamp Duty, trusts and related tax matters.
• Strong knowledge of Irish tax legislation relevant to wealth transfers, succession planning and private clients.
• Experience advising high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners or trustees.
• Established professional network and ability to develop new client relationships.
• Strong technical and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advise on complex and sensitive client matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead the provision of advice on Capital Acquisitions Tax, Stamp Duty, trusts and related tax matters.
• Advise individuals, families and business owners on wealth transfers and succession planning.
• Provide specialist input on establishment, administration and restructuring of trusts and estate planning.
• Develop a network of professional advisers, legal contacts and private clients to generate new advisory opportunities.
• Shape and grow a specialist tax offering, identifying opportunities for expansion within the Irish market.
• Cross-disciplinary collaboration with Tax, Legal and other advisory professionals on complex transactions.
• Provide senior-level guidance on complex tax legislation and support the development of specialist expertise within the practice.

Skills

Capital Acquisitions Tax

Stamp Duty

Trusts

Wealth transfers

Private Client tax

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Job Title: Partner - Private Client Tax & Trusts

Sector: Professional Services - Tax & Legal Advisory

Location: Dublin

Our Client

Our client is an established advisory firm seeking to strengthen its specialist tax offering through the appointment of an experienced Private Client Tax & Trusts professional.

The firm advises a diverse client base and is looking to develop its capabilities across areas including Capital Acquisitions Tax, Stamp Duty, trusts and succession planning.

Why should you apply?

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced tax adviser or legal professional to establish and develop a specialist advisory offering in an area of growing importance to private clients, business owners and high-net-worth individuals.

The position offers significant scope to develop an established professional network, build a specialist client portfolio and collaborate with senior professionals across Tax, Corporate Advisory and other disciplines.

Importantly, the firm is open to candidates from both accountancy and legal backgrounds, making this an attractive opportunity for a senior solicitor or tax professional looking to take on a broader commercial leadership role.

Who should apply?

Our client is interested in speaking with experienced tax specialists, solicitors or legal advisers currently operating at Partner or Director level within a leading law firm, accountancy practice or specialist advisory business.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

• Extensive experience advising on Capital Acquisitions Tax, Stamp Duty, trusts and related tax matters.
• Strong knowledge of Irish tax legislation relevant to wealth transfers, succession planning and private clients.
• Experience advising high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners or trustees.
• An established professional network and the ability to develop new client relationships.
• Strong technical and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advise on complex and sensitive client matters.
• Commercial ambition and an interest in building and leading a specialist advisory practice.

Role and Reporting Lines

The successful candidate will take a senior leadership role within the firm's specialist tax advisory offering, working alongside experienced Tax and Advisory Partners to develop the practice.

• Specialist Advisory – Lead the provision of advice on Capital Acquisitions Tax, Stamp Duty, trusts and related tax matters.
• Private Client Services – Advise individuals, families and business owners on wealth transfers, succession planning and tax-efficient ownership structures.
• Trusts & Estate Planning – Provide specialist tax input on the establishment, administration and restructuring of trusts and estate planning arrangements.
• Business Development – Develop a network of professional advisers, legal contacts and private clients to generate new advisory opportunities.
• Practice Development – Shape and grow a specialist tax offering, identifying opportunities for expansion within the Irish market.
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration – Work closely with Corporate Tax, Legal and other advisory professionals on complex transactions and client matters.
• Technical Leadership – Provide senior-level guidance on complex tax legislation and support the development of specialist expertise within the practice.