Esther Smyth

Manager, Geneva

Ethos

I enjoy working with clients and advisors to bring clarity, structure and practical support to complex matters.

My approach is relationship-led, collaborative and detail-focused. I believe strong client service comes from understanding each client’s circumstances, communicating clearly and ensuring matters are handled with care, judgement and accountability.

I am also passionate about supporting the development of others. Having progressed through different stages of my own career while studying and taking on new responsibilities, I understand the value of encouragement, clear guidance and a strong team culture.


Role

As a Trust Manager in our Geneva office, I work with private clients, high-net-worth families, trusts and family office structures.

My role involves the administration and oversight of trust and corporate structures, supporting client transactions and reviewing technical matters to help ensure a consistently high standard of client service.

I also lead a team in Geneva, supporting colleagues in their day-to-day work and helping to maintain a collaborative, efficient and client-focused working environment.

Before joining Saffery Trust, I worked in accountancy practices in Yorkshire, where I developed experience across financial statements and taxation. I later relocated to Switzerland and moved into the international fiduciary sector, bringing with me a strong grounding in private client tax, accounting and client service.


Key Experience

  • Working with high-net-worth families, estates, trusts and international private wealth structures.
  • Trust and fiduciary administration, private client tax, accounting, governance and project management.
  • Supporting complex client matters involving tax, trust and corporate administration.
  • Coordinating technical workstreams on client projects involving cross-border tax considerations.
  • Supporting team integration and operational improvements, with a focus on collaboration, efficiency and maintaining high standards of client service.
  • Leading and mentoring colleagues through periods of growth and change.

Professional memberships and qualifications

  • Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA)
  • Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT)
  • Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
  • Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation
  • Member of the Association of Taxation Technicians
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