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Business risk
Our Business Risk Services team deliver practical and pragmatic solutions that support clients in growing and protecting the inherent value of their businesses.
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Consulting
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We offer a dedicated team of experienced individuals with a focus on successfully executing transactions for corporates and financial institutions. We offer an integrated approach, with our corporate finance specialists working seamlessly with tax and other specialists to ensure that every angle is covered.
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Forensic accounting
We have a different way of doing business by delivering real insight through a combination of technical rigour, commercial experience and intuitive judgment. We take pride in delivering responsive and tailored solutions to all our clients, capitalising on the wealth of experience housed within our Belfast and wider Forensics team
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Restructuring
We work with a wide variety of clients and stakeholders such as high street banks, private equity funds, directors, government agencies and creditors to implement solutions which provide the best possible outcomes.

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Article Changes to filing options and requirements at Companies HouseFrom April 2027, Companies House will require all UK entities to file digital accounts. Learn what’s changing and how to prepare for the new rules.
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Article FRS 102 Periodic Review series: Small companiesExplore key changes to small company disclosures under FRS 102 Section 1A, including UK GAAP updates on leases, tax, going concern and related parties.
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Audit and Assurance FRS 102 Periodic Review series: Other changesOn 27 March 2024, the Financial Reporting Council issued amendments to FRS 100 – 105 (known as GAAP, or Generally Accepted Accounting Practice), a suite of accounting standards applicable in the UK and Ireland. These are used by an estimated 3.4 million businesses in preparing their financial statements.
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Article ID Verification: Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Act 2023Companies House is introducing mandatory identity verification requirements for Directors and People with Significant Control (PSCs), as the next step towards full implementation of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.
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Corporate tax
End-to-end corporate tax support, from accurate compliance to specialist advisory, helping you meet obligations and create efficiencies.
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Employer solutions & payroll
Comprehensive support with employment tax, compliance and payroll outsourcing, simplifying employer responsibilities and protecting your workforce strategy.
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Indirect tax compliance & advisory
VAT, customs and trade solutions that ensure compliance, reduce costs and uncover cashflow opportunities.
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International tax
Practical advice and global strategies to manage transfer pricing, multi-jurisdictional compliance and cross-border tax structuring.
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Private client compliance and advisory
Tailored advice and compliance services to protect wealth, reduce liabilities and plan for succession with confidence.

Expert personal tax advice built around your life and legacy
As your wealth grows, so does the complexity of managing your personal tax position. From self-assessment to succession planning, our team provides proactive advice and support to protect your assets, optimise your tax efficiency and meet all compliance obligations.
Whether you’re a business owner, investor or high-net-worth individual, our team takes the time to understand your full financial picture. We then deliver tailored, practical solutions that align with your personal and family goals. By combining long-term strategic thinking with hands-on compliance services, we help you stay on top of today’s responsibilities while planning for tomorrow.

Our private client compliance and advisory solutions
Preserve your wealth through tailored asset structuring
Holding assets in the right structure is essential to minimising unnecessary tax exposure, both now and in future. We provide strategic advice that considers your complete financial position and future goals.
Our support includes:
- Reviewing ownership of business and investment assets;
- Structuring assets to reduce income, capital and inheritance tax exposure;
- Aligning tax planning with your succession or disposal plans.
There’s no “one size fits all” solution, so we build bespoke strategies to safeguard your wealth and support your long-term intentions.
Minimise tax on the income you draw from your wealth
We help you manage the personal tax implications of business and investment income. Our team advises on:
- Tax-efficient profit extraction strategies;
- Structuring ownership to minimise income tax liabilities;
- Optimising use of allowances and reliefs.
Whether you need to support your lifestyle or reinvest in your ventures, we ensure your income is structured to minimise tax without compromising your financial goals.
Reduce exposure to capital gains and inheritance tax
Succession and disposal planning are key to preserving family wealth. We help you develop flexible strategies that account for different future scenarios and make the most of available reliefs.
Our support includes:
- Inheritance tax mitigation;
- Planning for asset sales or family succession;
- Early-stage structuring to optimise long-term outcomes.
With early engagement, we can help reduce your exposure to capital taxes and ensure your intentions are fulfilled efficiently.
Protect assets and plan ahead by using trusts strategically
Trusts can be a powerful vehicle for managing and protecting family wealth, when set up and maintained correctly.
We offer:
- Advice on establishing and managing UK trusts;
- Guidance on closing or restructuring existing trusts;
- Tax advice and compliance for estates and beneficiaries.
Our team supports families and trustees with clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s personal goals and responsibilities.
Remove the burden of self-assessment while staying fully informed
Filing personal tax returns can be stressful, particularly for high earners or those with complex tax affairs. We handle the process for you while providing proactive advice throughout the year.
Our compliance service includes:
- Full management of annual self-assessment returns;
- Advice on changes in personal circumstances or tax law;
- Identification of tax-saving opportunities during the compliance process.
We simplify your obligations while helping you make informed decisions that protect your wealth and peace of mind.
Meet partnership filing obligations efficiently and accurately
We manage compliance for all partnership structures, including LLPs and corporate partnerships. Our team ensures timely and accurate filings, and supports partners with their individual tax obligations, reducing administrative burden and improving accuracy across the group.
Navigate trust reporting rules with clarity and confidence
Trusts come with specific self-assessment and registration requirements. We assist with:
- Annual tax returns and trust registration updates;
- Navigating HMRC requirements and deadlines;
- Proactive advice on trust tax planning and record-keeping.
Our trust compliance team handles the details so you can focus on your long-term goals.

Why Grant Thornton
We combine deep technical knowledge with a personal, relationship-led approach to tax planning. Whether you need strategic structuring advice or practical help with returns, our team is here to simplify your personal tax journey and preserve what matters to you.
With Grant Thornton, our clients receive:
- Proactive tax planning: Tailored advice to reduce liabilities and protect wealth;
- Complete compliance: End-to-end support for all personal and trust tax filings;
- Trusted relationships: Long-term advisers who understand your life and goals;
- Joined-up insight: Integrated support across business, personal and family affairs.
Contact our private client team to take control of your tax position and plan with confidence.
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