Are you a corporate tax specialist looking for that next step into a director-level role?
We’re recruiting for an associate director to join our well-known clients market-leading private capital corporate tax team. If you're looking for a high-impact role where your expertise will support dynamic, privately owned and PE-backed clients on complex tax matters—this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
The role:
As associate director, you’ll take the lead on both compliance and advisory work for a diverse portfolio of ambitious, entrepreneurial businesses. From growth and restructuring to succession planning, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering creative, intelligent tax solutions that support clients' commercial and personal goals.
You’ll work alongside respected tax professionals in a collaborative environment, drawing on deep sector and specialist expertise across the wider tax network. This is more than just a technical role—you’ll be a trusted adviser, relationship-builder, and a key contributor to the firm’s ongoing growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise private capital clients on a broad range of tax matters (compliance & advisory)
- Take the lead in client meetings, providing clear and commercially aware advice
- Deliver high-quality work, on time and aligned with client expectations
- Mentor and develop junior team members to help them achieve their career goals
- Lead and contribute to business development, pitches, and proposals
- Actively cross-sell services and work collaboratively across the wider tax network
What We’re Looking For:
- CTA / ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with post-qualification
- Proven experience managing a portfolio of entrepreneurial business clients
- Strong technical knowledge of UK corporate tax (and ideally, exposure to international tax concepts)
- Experience reviewing work and leading teams in a professional services environment
- Excellent client communication and business development skills
- A proactive mindset and genuine interest in helping clients and colleagues succeed
Why apply?
This is a firm that values individuality, inclusivity, and impact. You'll be supported with flexibility, purpose, and the chance to make a difference both professionally and socially. From international secondments to community initiatives, your career will go far beyond tax.
You’ll enjoy:
- A collaborative, open culture where your voice is heard
- Hybrid/flexible working options
- Industry-leading development and career progression
- Comprehensive benefits and wellbeing initiatives
- A culture that celebrates uniqueness and empowers people to thrive
Apply Now
Ready to step into a leadership role with a leading advisory firm making waves in the private capital space? Don’t miss out—apply today or reach out for a confidential discussion.
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