Steph Parker

Private Client Partner

Steph has worked in private client tax for more than 30 years, beginning her career with a regional accountancy practice in Kent before moving into a number of leading London firms. Most recently, she was Head of the Personal Tax and Trust Team at Macfarlanes, where she advised high-net-worth individuals, families and entrepreneurs on complex tax and succession planning matters.

Steph specialises in helping clients structure their affairs to protect and preserve wealth across generations. Her expertise includes capital gains tax, inheritance tax, trusts, UK and offshore estates, residency and domicile issues, and tax planning surrounding business sales. She also advises on HMRC disclosures and cross-border matters, providing practical, commercially focused solutions tailored to each client’s circumstances.

Clients value Steph’s straightforward approach and the long-term relationships she builds. She takes the time to understand each client’s goals, explains complex tax matters in plain English and provides balanced advice that helps people make informed decisions with confidence.

Steph is a Fellow of the ICAEW, a full member of STEP (the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) and an ICAEW Probate Practitioner.

Outside work, Steph enjoys switching off through creative pursuits including watercolour painting, pottery and cooking. She loves learning new skills and firmly believes you’re never too old to try something new.