Trust / Estates Administrator (Chartered Accountancy)

About the role

This permanent position is based in Chester and offers the chance to manage a portfolio of trust and estate matters for a reputable chartered accountancy firm. You will work within a supportive team, handling compliance, tax returns and client liaison while developing specialist expertise in private client work.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of trust and estate compliance matters, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Prepare trust and estate tax returns and support inheritance tax (IHT) compliance.
• Assist with trust registration and ongoing administration via the Trust Registration Service (TRS).
• Liaise with clients, professional advisers and HMRC as required.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification such as AAT, ACA or ACCA (or equivalent).
• Experience or strong interest in private client, trust and estate work.
• Ability to work autonomously with a client‑focused mindset.

Required skills

• Trust administration and compliance.
• Estate and inheritance tax preparation.
• Use of the Trust Registration Service (TRS) platform.

What we offer

• Salary between £35,000 and £40,000 per year.
• Continuous in‑house training and clear progression pathways.
• Flexible working hours with the possibility of hybrid work.
• Company events, benefits and a supportive team environment.