Legal Assistant

Job description

About the Job

Trusts Administrator - Manchester City Centre

Our client, a highly respected national law firm, is looking for a Trust Administrator to join their successful Private Client team based in central Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm with an excellent reputation for private client work. You’ll be part of a team that advises high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners, and trustees on a wide range of complex matters, including estate planning, trust administration, and tax matters.

Whether you already have experience in trust administration or come from a financial or legal background and are looking for a new challenge, this role offers excellent long-term potential, genuine career development, and exposure to high-quality work in a supportive and collaborative environment.

You’ll be involved in the day-to-day administration of trusts, preparing accounts and HMRC returns, liaising with beneficiaries, banks and investment managers, and supporting the wider team with ongoing client matters.

This is a varied and hands-on role that offers plenty of scope to build your knowledge and grow professionally.

Our client is known for investing in their people and providing clear, structured training with opportunities to progress.

The Candidate

• Experience in trust work, finance, or basic accounts (though this isn’t essential)
• Strong numeracy skills and confidence working with Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach
• A genuine interest in private client work and trust administration
• A STEP qualification or interest in working towards one (desirable but not essential)

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Up to £29,000 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous company pension
• Private health care & death in service
• Ongoing development with promotional scheme
• Company pension
• Accessible public transport (transport links to train and bus routes)

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.

Contact Tara Halliwell (Retained Consultant)

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 | Mobile: 07939 992 563

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English