Private Client Specialist

1 day ago


Brierley Hill, Dudley, United Kingdom Higgs LLP Full time
About Higgs LLP

We are a leading independent regional law firm committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. Our vision is to be the go-to firm for individuals and businesses seeking expert advice on wealth management, estate planning, and tax matters.

Our approach to our people is built on enjoyment, health & wellbeing, developing talent, technical excellence, training, reward, and recognition. We value enthusiasm and personality, and we're always looking for talented, driven, and client-focused individuals to strengthen our team.

With over two hundred employees and Members, we offer a flexible and unique environment for people to grow their careers. Our Higgs' Best FIT principles ensure that our people can complete their best work from the most appropriate location.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a Private Client Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing existing estate planning documentation, advising on the suitability of lifetime trusts and will structures, and preparing all types of wills, including wills to absorb qualifying business assets and agricultural assets.

The ideal candidate will have an excellent working knowledge of inheritance tax, a good understanding of capital gains tax in the context of individuals and trusts, and the ability to advise on pilot trusts associated with pension planning and life policies.

Key responsibilities will include working as part of the wider private client team, providing supervision and support to more junior team members, and contributing to the implementation of the departmental business plan and the firm's business plan.

Key Responsibilities
  • Working as part of the wider private client team in supporting clients on all aspects of wealth work.
  • Providing appropriate supervision and support to more junior team members with regard to their wealth caseloads.
  • Efficient administration, billing, and cost recovery, including meeting agreed targets.
  • Assisting in the implementation of the departmental business plan and the firm's business plan.
Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have a high level of attention to detail, a strong profile, and a network within the business community. They will be able to maintain a strong reputation within the business community and contribute to the growth of the firm's wealth business.

Equal Opportunities

Higgs LLP is committed to developing a diverse business by engaging with the widest pool of talent and promoting equality of opportunity for everyone. We are charter signatories to The Law Society's Diversity and Inclusion Charter.



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