A rare opportunity for an experienced personal tax professional to step into a role designed as a clear pathway to Manager level. The position offers exposure to complex and high-profile tax matters, with increasing responsibility and client interaction from day one.

Client Details

The client is a well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation for advising high-profile individuals, including those with complex and international tax affairs. The tax team operates in a fast-paced environment and works closely with senior stakeholders and overseas colleagues, providing excellent technical exposure and long-term career development.

Description

• Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients, taking responsibility for UK tax compliance with senior support
• Preparing and beginning to review UK tax returns, identifying issues and ensuring technical accuracy
• Supporting Managers and senior stakeholders on more complex tax returns and advisory matters
• Assisting with the oversight and development of junior team members, including reviewing straightforward work
• Managing workflow across your portfolio, prioritising deadlines and coordinating delivery
• Supporting advisory work for individuals and assisting on more complex tax planning projects
• Building confidence in dealing directly with client queries and taking on a more front-facing role
• Collaborating with internal teams and liaising with international offices where required
• Researching technical issues and developing independent judgement over time
• Contributing to team development and participating in internal training initiatives

Profile

• Strong experience in personal tax, with solid exposure to compliance and some review experience
• CTA qualified or close to completion is advantageous, but not essential
• Experience supporting or reviewing the work of junior staff
• Growing confidence working autonomously, with appropriate escalation
• Exposure to residency, double tax treaties or internationally mobile individuals is desirable
• Any experience with US tax or international tax matters would be beneficial
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build credibility with clients
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Ambitious and motivated, with a clear desire to progress to Manager level

Job Offer

• Competitive salary
• Midlands-based role
• Full-time position
• Flexible working options
• Clear and structured progression towards Manager level
• Exposure to complex, high-profile and international tax work
• Study support available
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Health cash plan including online GP access and gym discounts
• 23 days' annual leave plus public holidays, with additional holiday entitlement linked to service