Private Client Tax Manager
The Company
We are working with a highly regarded UK professional services firm, recognised nationally and internationally for its technical excellence and people‑first culture. With a strong presence in London and access to a global network, the firm combines local expertise with international reach, supporting a diverse and sophisticated client base.
What truly differentiates this firm is its commitment to developing talent. Employees are valued as individuals, supported through award‑winning learning programmes, clear progression pathways, and an inclusive, collaborative working environment. This is a business that invests in its people and empowers them to shape their careers.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Tax Manager to join a well‑established and growing London tax team. This role is ideally suited to someone working with high‑net‑worth individuals, families and trusts, who enjoys tackling complex and advisory‑led work.
The position offers broad exposure to technically challenging matters, including international and cross‑border tax, dispute resolution, inheritance tax planning, and owner‑managed business projects. There is flexibility to tailor the role around the successful candidate’s strengths and interests, alongside clear scope for future progression.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a diverse portfolio of private clients, including high‑net‑worth individuals, wealthy families and offshore structures
- Advising on a wide range of private client tax issues, including international and cross‑border matters
- Overseeing the preparation, review and submission of personal tax returns, ensuring compliance and best practice
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients and liaising with HMRC on personal tax affairs
- Managing HMRC enquiries, investigations and voluntary disclosures
- Supporting partners and senior colleagues on complex advisory and project‑based work
- Identifying advisory opportunities and contributing to business development initiatives
- Mentoring and supporting the development of junior team members
- Maintaining up‑to‑date technical knowledge through continued professional development
Candidate Profile
- CTA / ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
- Either stepping up into a Manager role or already operating at Manager level
- Strong experience in private client tax, ideally with exposure to complex or advisory‑focused work
- Commercially aware and client‑focused, with excellent communication skills
- Confident supervising and developing junior staff
- Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities
- IT‑literate with experience using tax software and Microsoft applications
- Ambitious, curious, and motivated to continue developing technically and professionally
Why Apply?
- Join a firm with a strong reputation for technical excellence and career development
- Work on intellectually stimulating, complex private client matters
- Flexible and agile working, including hybrid arrangements and core hours
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including generous holiday allowance
- Supportive leadership, clear progression pathways, and succession planning
- A collaborative culture where contributions are recognised and individuality is valued
If you’re an ambitious Private Client Tax professional looking to take the next step in your career within a progressive, people‑focused firm, this is a standout opportunity. Please apply now or get in touch with Morgan Schuler at [email protected] or on 02073322478 for a confidential discussion.
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