MHA
Private Client Tax Senior Manager
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Private Client Tax Senior Manager
London - hybrid
What Sets Us Apart
At MHA, we are about people first – our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As one of the UK’s top 11 accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest network in the world, we are a hub of global knowledge with a strong local commitment.
Our people-focused approach truly sets us apart.
Here, you won’t just be another face in the firm; you’ll be part of an ambitious, driven team dedicated to continuous learning and growth. We invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success.
With access to unparalleled resources and award-winning development programmes, you’ll have the freedom to shape your career while making a meaningful impact. We take immense pride in being awarded gold for Investors in People. This recognition reflects our deep commitment to nurturing talent and ensuring every individual feels valued and supported.
Here, You Will Go Beyond Numbers
We’re looking for a talented Private Client Tax Senior Manager who thrives in a dynamic environment and embraces the chance to tackle complex challenges. At MHA, you’ll be surrounded by passionate professionals who are dedicated to making a difference. Your work in Private Client Tax will go beyond the numbers – it’s about building meaningful client relationships, understanding their businesses, navigating risks, and delivering insights that drive real results.
As a Private Client Tax Senior Manager, you will deal with high-net-worth individuals and their families and trusts. You will lead a variety of projects, including international and cross-border tax issues, leveraging MHA’s position as the UK independent member firm of Baker Tilly International. The role will involve dispute resolution and advisory. There will be a degree of flexibility to tailor the role to the individual, with opportunities including:
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- OMB restructuring projects such as mergers, demergers, acquisitions, tax due diligence, profit extraction and succession planning
- International matters including residency, the FIG regime, the TRF, and offshore trust structures
- Inheritance tax planning
Most importantly, we are looking for ambitious and forward-thinking individuals who are keen to develop their skills, build great relationships with existing and future clients, and leverage the experience on offer in this role to develop their technical and soft skills to progress in their career. There is a clear progression pathway for this role.
The role includes but is not limited to:
- Owning and leading a complex portfolio of high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, and offshore and cross-border structures.
- Acting as a trusted adviser, delivering high-level technical advice on succession and inheritance tax planning, residence and domicile, structuring, and international private client matters.
- Leading complex advisory and planning projects, working closely with directors and partners to shape solutions and manage delivery.
- Providing technical oversight and review of personal and trust tax compliance, ensuring quality, consistency, and risk management across the portfolio.
- Leading on significant HMRC matters, including complex enquiries, investigations, disclosures, and negotiations.
- Proactively identifying advisory opportunities and driving additional value for clients, contributing directly to revenue growth.
- Playing a key role in business development through originating work, supporting proposals and pitches, and strengthening long-term client relationships.
- Providing senior leadership within the team, mentoring and developing junior staff, and sharing advanced technical knowledge and best practice.
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What We Are Looking For
A Private Client Tax professional who is either looking to make a step into a Senior Manager role or an experienced Senior Manager-level individual who will join our tax department to grow and service the tax offering to clients, whilst looking to develop and progress further in their career.
- CTA/ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent.
- IT literate (Excel, Word, tax software)
- Effective communication skills – verbal and written
- Ability to supervise juniors in the team
- Organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise work accordingly.
- Client focus & commercial awareness
- Problem solving and decision making
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Be positive and committed to MHA in dealings with both clients and staff
Rewards That Resonate
You’re more than a number to us; you’re an individual with unique talents and aspirations. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and recognise your contributions.
- Agile Working: Enjoy the flexibility of core hours from 10 AM to 2 PM and two home working days, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments seamlessly.
- 33 days holiday Inc. bank holidays, plus the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on a training contract, with the opportunity to buy 5 days)
- Competitive salary package
- Employee recognition awards: Outstanding Performance Award Bonus and other recognition initiatives.
- New and improved programme for succession planning and supportive management structure to help you realise your potential
- Employee Assistance Programme: Access a free confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counselling sessions and virtual doctors available for you and your family.
- And lots more
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