The role will involve providing a broad range of advice to support colleagues across HMRC who are undertaking enquiries into some of the most challenging IHT cases including tax avoidance and evasion involving often complex structures or other bespoke arrangements.
We are looking for tax specialists with experience of providing Trusts and IHT tax advice to clients and Trustees.
This is an interesting and challenging role, and we are looking for an individual who is flexible and adaptable to meet priorities that change at short notice. You will also need to be innovative, to identify and address new challenges and evolve our approach to the delivery of quality customer service.
You will:
* be part of the WMBC Assets Leadership Team, reporting to the Assistant Director
* support Inheritance Tax compliance caseworkers where compliance checks have reached dispute stage and need to be resolved through agreement, ADR or litigation, acting within HMRC’s Litigation and Settlement Strategy
* own and effectively manage a caseload of complex Inheritance Tax work
* role model Compliance Professional Standards and make a significant contribution to the Professionalism Risk Plans and towards Compliance Professionalism
* establish, build and maintain professional relationships with key senior stakeholders across HMRC, working across grades to influence and negotiate on business issues
* build capability across the team and directorate, helping to create and embed an environment of continuous improvement, identifying gaps in technical knowledge and supporting development and delivery of learning.
* Some travel (including overnight stays) will be expected as part of the role.
Person specification
Responsibilities
* Conduct research to enhance technical knowledge in relevant areas and actively engage in continuing professional development, including staying current with case law and professional literature.
* Communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences, tailoring both written and verbal communication to meet diverse needs.
* Analyse and evaluate current legislation, practices, and processes to identify risks to HMRC and propose improvements and practical solutions.
* Manage workloads independently, demonstrating strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt to business changes and shifting priorities.
* You will demonstrate self-awareness and resilience, working collaboratively to understand and consider the perspectives, motivations, and aspirations of both customers and colleagues.
Essential Criteria
• Demonstrable recent experience of providing UK IHT and Trusts tax advice, involving Trust structuring, IHT planning, succession, estate advice and ongoing compliance of Trusts and Estates.
• Demonstrable leadership experience in a tax planning environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak to diverse audiences, verbally and within written communications.
Location
Belfast - Carne House, Edinburgh Regional Centre - Queen Elizabeth House, Nottingham Regional Centre - Unity Square
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