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Tax Director
Tax Director – Equity Incentives & Share Reward
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Tax Director – Equity Incentives & Share Reward to join our expanding tax team. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for an equity incentives specialist to move into a senior leadership role at a leading firm.
In this key leadership position, you will shape the growth of our share reward and equity incentives offering, working closely with a diverse and high-quality client base. Working with clients ranging from entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses and growth-stage companies to established corporates, you will provide strategic, commercially-driven tax advisory services on complex equity reward matters.
As a senior member of the leadership team, you will drive client growth, business development, and team leadership, while influencing the strategic direction of our equity incentives services.
You will collaborate with Senior Management, Tax Partners, and Directors to enhance our client portfolio, people development, and equity incentives capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
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Scheme Structuring & Implementation
- Lead the design, implementation, and oversight of approved and unapproved share schemes, including:
- Enterprise Management Incentives (EMI)
- Company Share Option Plans (CSOP)
- Growth shares
- Bespoke equity arrangements
- Lead the design, implementation, and oversight of approved and unapproved share schemes, including:
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Tax Due Diligence & M&A Advisory
- Deliver equity tax advisory services in transactions, disposals, and reorganisations
- Provide share reward tax due diligence and sign-off for complex deals
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Client Relationship Management
- Build and maintain trusted, long-term relationships with a diverse client base (SMEs, corporates, owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs)
- Act as a strategic adviser on commercial and tax challenges
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- Business Growth & Leadership
- Develop and expand the firm’s local and national equity incentives service offering
- Drive business development, including networking and client acquisition
- Lead, coach, and develop senior teams, managers, and trainees within the tax division
Requirements & Qualifications
- Tax Expertise – Qualified accountant or tax adviser with specialist experience in equity incentives and share reward taxation
- Transaction & Advisory Experience – Prior advising on complex M&A deals or advisory engagements (desirable but not essential)
- People Leadership – Strong people management and growth-coaching skills with experience cultivating high-performing teams
- Commercial Acumen – Business development mindset, committed to expanding client relationships and service offerings
- Strategic Drive – Ambitious, proactive, and influential in driving firm growth
Why Join Us?
We are an award-winning provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax, and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands, with a £48m turnover and 15% growth in the past year. Ranked 5th in Accountancy Age’s Mid-Tier Power Index, we are also the largest audit provider for multi-academy trusts in the UK.
Business Size & Offerings
- 9 offices, 500+ employees, and under 60 partners
- Full-service capabilities, spanning owner-managed businesses to large corporates
- Kreston Global member, part of a global network of independent firms in 100+ countries
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Benefits
- 45 days annual leave (including bank holidays + extra Christmas shutdown)
- Hybrid/flexible working
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance & critical illness cover
- Financial wellness benefits (Simply Health):
- 24/7 online GP access
- Counselling services
- Perkbox discounts (4,000+ perks for travel, shopping, dining, and lifestyle)
- Active social & development opportunities, including industry events and networking
- Active social committees organising team and external events
Commitment to Diversity & Equity
We foster an inclusive work environment, where diversity is celebrated, and everyone has equal opportunity to thrive. Our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion ensures our workforce reflects the broad expertise needed for innovation and success.
Additional Notes
- Flexible working supported – We welcome applications for part-time or remote arrangements (childcare, study, personal commitments).
- Background checks – We conduct reference verification, right-to-work checks, and (where applicable) DBS checks for successful applicants.
- Advert closing date: 31 July 2026
- For agencies: No unsolicited CVs accepted; only submissions through the Talent Acquisition team considered.
Visit our website or Apply today to learn more and begin your application.
Please contact Sam Ford, Talent Acquisition Manager, for further discussions about this role.
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