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Tax Director
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Our client is a highly regarded independent accountancy and advisory firm with an established presence across the North West. Known for delivering trusted advice to entrepreneurial businesses, owner-managed companies, and high-net-worth individuals, the firm continues to experience strong growth and is investing further in its tax offering.
As part of this continued expansion, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Tax Director to join the leadership team and help shape the future of a thriving tax practice.
Your new role
Reporting directly to the Partners, you will play a key role in leading the tax function, managing a substantial portfolio of clients, and delivering strategic tax advice across a broad range of matters.
This position offers a mix of technical advisory work, client relationship management, team leadership, and business development, providing an excellent platform for a commercially minded tax professional seeking a senior leadership role.
- Leading the delivery of complex tax advisory projects.
- Managing and developing a portfolio of corporate and private clients.
- Advising on areas such as restructuring, transactions, succession planning, and shareholder matters.
- Building strong client relationships and acting as a trusted adviser.
- Identifying growth opportunities and supporting business development initiatives.
- Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing tax team.
- Working closely with partners and other service lines to deliver integrated client solutions.
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What you'll need to succeed
- CTA qualified, with ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualifications advantageous.
- Significant experience within a professional services tax environment.
- Strong technical expertise across corporate tax and advisory matters.
- Proven ability to manage and develop client relationships.
- Experience leading teams and developing future talent.
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to winning and growing business.
- Ambition to contribute strategically to the growth of a successful practice.
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- A senior leadership opportunity within a growing and ambitious firm.
- Access to a high-quality and diverse client portfolio.
- Significant influence over the direction and growth of the tax service line.
- A collaborative and supportive culture.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive remuneration package and benefits.
- Clear pathway towards Partnership for the right individual.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this Tax Director role in Manchester, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Justin Hopkins on 0161 237 3388 to discuss it in more detail.
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