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Private Client Tax Manager
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Private Client Tax Manager
Private Client Tax Manager
London-based accountancy practice
About the Role: As a Private Client Tax Manager, you will play a key role in managing a varied portfolio of clients and leading a team of tax professionals. You will be responsible for:
- Overseeing the delivery of high-quality client service
- Managing workflow and resource allocation
- Supporting team development
- Ensuring technical excellence across engagements
This role demands strong leadership, technical expertise, and relationship management skills. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership to:
- Support departmental objectives
- Contribute to operational improvements
- Drive team growth and success
Key Responsibilities
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Client Portfolio Management:
- Manage a varied portfolio of private clients, ensuring high-quality compliance and advisory services.
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Team Leadership & Oversight:
- Lead and oversee junior team members (Assistant Managers, Seniors, and Trainees) with guidance, support, and technical oversight.
- Define roles for team members and allocate workloads for productivity and development.
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Client Relations & Service Delivery:
- Resolve client concerns and manage expectations to maintain high responsiveness and satisfaction.
- Coordinate team projects to ensure compliance with timelines and standards.
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Strategic & Operational Support:
- Support the implementation of departmental budgets, goals, and initiatives.
- Identify operational improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality.
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Team Development & Mentorship:
- Share technical expertise and coach team members to support their professional growth.
- Foster a collaborative working environment and uphold high professional standards.
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Recruitment & Talent Development:
- Assess and oversee recruitment and onboarding processes.
- Conduct performance reviews, deliver regular feedback, and develop employee development plans.
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Client Education & Regulatory Compliance:
- Inform clients of legislative and technical changes impacting their affairs.
- Ensure adherence to tax laws and best practices to maintain trust and accuracy.
Skills & Experience (Requirements)
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
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Qualification & Expertise:
- A relevant professional tax qualification (e.g., CTA) or equivalent practical experience.
- Deep technical knowledge of private client tax matters (inclusions, anti-avoidance rules, ICAEW framework, etc.).
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Team Management & Leadership:
- Proven ability to manage team morale, delegate tasks, and mentor junior professionals (5+ years of leadership experience preferred).
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Strategic & Analytical Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking to identify opportunities for improving service delivery.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to augment client value proposition.
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Communication & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Outstanding communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities, to build trust with both clients and team members.
- Ability to manage difficult conversations and resolve client or team conflicts confidently.
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Adaptability & Professionalism:
- Commitment to high professional standards and ethical practices.
- Resilience to thrive in a dynamic environment with urgent tax deadlines.
Working Environment & Collaboration paradigm This role offers growth within a supportive, purpose-driven team that values:
- Individual contributions to project success
- Long-term career progression
- Collaborative networking across disciplines (including audit, finance, and advisory teams).
The successful candidate will achieve both client satisfaction and organisational prestige through meaningful impact.
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