A fantastic opportunity has arisen through Crowe Watson Recruitment, one of the UK’s most respected names in accountancy practice recruitment, to join a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants based in Durham. Known for their commitment to quality and client service, this firm is seeking an accomplished Tax Director to take on a senior leadership role within their growing practice. Alongside a competitive salary, the successful candidate will benefit from flexible working arrangements, a company pension, and much more!

This is a role for a tax professional who is ready to make a genuine impact. As Tax Director, you will lead and develop the firm’s tax offering, working closely with partners to shape strategy, manage complex client portfolios, and drive the continued growth of the department. The firm operates across a diverse range of sectors and client types, providing a rich and varied environment in which to build on your already impressive career. With a strong culture of progression and collaboration, this is a practice that truly invests in its people at every level.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with this forward-thinking firm on such an exciting hire. Whether your background is rooted in corporate tax, private client, or a blend of both, the firm is open to speaking with high-calibre candidates who bring leadership experience, technical depth, and a passion for client-facing work. If you are looking for a role that offers real autonomy, genuine influence, and the platform to shape a department, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the delivery of tax advisory and compliance services across a varied and high-quality client portfolio
• Drive the strategic development of the tax department, playing a key role in business development, client acquisition, and team growth
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior and senior tax staff, fostering a high-performance culture
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted adviser on complex tax matters
• Collaborate with firm partners and other department heads to deliver integrated, client-focused solutions

Requirements

• CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience, with significant post-qualification experience in a tax environment
• Proven experience at Director, Principal, or Senior Manager level within a tax function
• Strong technical knowledge across either corporate or private client tax, with the ability to advise on complex issues
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams
• Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment