Insite Group
Tax Investigations Director
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Tax Investigations Director
Specialist Boutique Tax Investigations Firm | Midlands | Flexible Working
Lead, influence and grow within a specialist Tax Investigations practice.
I'm partnering with a highly respected boutique Tax Investigations firm based in the Midlands that is seeking an experienced Tax Investigations Director to join its senior leadership team. This is a rare opportunity for an established Tax Investigations professional to take a leading role within a specialist firm where technical expertise, client relationships and commercial impact are central to the firm's success. Working within a focused and entrepreneurial environment, you will have the opportunity to lead complex engagements, build trusted client relationships and play a key role in shaping the continued growth and direction of the practice.
The Opportunity
As a Tax Investigations Director, you will take responsibility for leading complex and high-value tax investigations, advising clients on sensitive tax matters and contributing to the continued development of the firm's specialist offering. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading complex HMRC investigations, tax disputes and disclosure matters from strategy through to resolution.
- Advising high-net-worth individuals, business owners, partnerships and corporates on sensitive tax issues.
- Managing HMRC negotiations, technical submissions and settlement discussions.
- Providing strategic advice across COP8, COP9, civil tax fraud investigations and tax dispute resolution.
- Acting as a trusted adviser to clients, building long-term relationships and delivering commercially focused solutions.
- Supporting the growth of the firm through networking, referrals and business development activity.
- Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to the firm's technical standards and market reputation.
- Working closely with the leadership team to influence strategy, growth plans and service development.
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About You
The successful candidate will be an experienced Tax Investigations specialist with:
- A strong track record managing complex HMRC enquiries and tax disputes.
- Experience gained within a professional practice environment, specialist investigations team or HMRC followed by practice experience.
- Detailed technical knowledge of COP8, COP9, disclosures, settlements and dispute resolution.
- The ability to manage high-value client relationships and complex advisory projects.
- Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to contribute to business growth.
- Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills.
- Previous HMRC Fraud Investigation Service (FIS), Specialist Investigations or senior compliance experience combined with practice experience would be highly advantageous.
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Why This Opportunity?
This role offers the chance to:
- Join a highly regarded boutique Tax Investigations firm with a strong specialist reputation.
- Work on some of the most complex and interesting investigations in the market.
- Have genuine influence over the firm's future direction and growth.
- Enjoy greater autonomy, flexibility and client ownership than larger practice environments.
- Work closely with experienced specialists and senior decision-makers.
- Build a long-term career within a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture.
Confidential Conversations Welcome
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Tax Investigations professional looking for increased influence, autonomy and the opportunity to make a real impact within a specialist Midlands-based firm. Whether you are currently a Director, Senior Manager or experienced Tax Investigations leader, particularly with an ex-HMRC background combined with professional practice experience, this opportunity provides the platform to take the next step in your career. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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