Private Client Tax Manager (Dubai)

Sedulo Group

Dubai

On-site

AED 360,000 - 520,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Private Client Manager to advise high-net-worth individuals on tax and wealth planning matters. This role will involve client relationship management and cross-border advisory on UK and UAE matters. Candidates should have a strong background in UK private client tax, excellent communication skills, and experience working with wealthy clients in a dynamic environment. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact and grow professionally.

Qualifications

Strong experience in UK private client tax at manager level or equivalent.
Proven experience advising high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs.
Good working knowledge of UK residence and domicile.
Trusts and estate planning.
Cross-border and international tax matters.
Experience liaising with internal compliance and finance teams.
Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary adviser for a portfolio of high-net-worth clients.
Advise on UK and international private client tax matters.
Deliver clear, commercially focused advice to clients relocating to the UAE.
Work closely with UK teams on UK tax compliance and advisory matters.
Support structuring for asset holding, business ownership, and long-term family wealth planning.
Build relationships with intermediaries, introducers, and referral sources.
Identify new advisory opportunities within the existing client base.
Support proposals, pitches, and client presentations.
Contribute to thought leadership and market-facing initiatives in the UAE.
Liaise closely with the internal compliance and risk teams.
Ensure all advisory work is delivered in line with internal policies and professional standards.
Act as the key point of contact between the Dubai office and the internal accounts and bookkeeping teams.
Work with finance teams to ensure timely invoicing, cash collection, and accurate financial reporting.
Provide financial and operational input to support the efficient running and scaling of the Dubai office.
Support and mentor junior team members as the Dubai practice grows.

Skills

UK private client tax expertise

Advising high-net-worth individuals

Knowledge of UK residence and domicile

Trusts and estate planning

Cross-border tax matters

Strong communication skills

Job description

About us

At Sedulo we are building a world class team to deliver our mission to make positive changes in the communities we work in. We do this by:

Working with our clients to transform their business and personal finances
Connecting and contributing to the business community in the cities we are located in
Working with charities by fundraising and influencing change both now and in the future through the Sedulo Foundation
Being a great place to work and develop your career
We embrace a holistic and innovative culture with diversity and integrity at the heart
We are building an open and inclusive environment which supports the needs of all our team members

We are looking for people to join the team who want to deliver beyond expectation and get results, through embracing feedback, creating fulfilling relationships with colleagues and clients. We strive to create an environment for positive change, both in work and in the communities we work within. You can make an impact at Sedulo through delivering excellent work and by participating in charity campaigns, as well as enjoying wellbeing activities and events hosted at our offices.

We understand that to be a world class organisation, we must embrace uniqueness and choose courage over comfort. Our core values are: Personable, Integrity, Holistic, Innovative and Deliver Beyond Expectation.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Private Client Manager to join our Dubai office, advising high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and internationally mobile families on tax, structuring, and wealth planning matters.

The role combines technical private client advisory, client relationship management, business development, and coordination with internal compliance and finance teams, with a strong focus on cross-border UK–UAE matters.

What you will be doing

Act as the primary adviser for a portfolio of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients
Advise on UK and international private client tax matters, including:
- UK residence, domicile, and remittance basis issues
- Pre- and post-departure UK tax planning
- Trusts, foundations, and offshore structures
- Inheritance tax and succession planning
Deliver clear, commercially focused advice to clients relocating to or operating from the UAE
Work closely with UK teams on UK tax compliance and advisory matters
Support structuring for asset holding, business ownership, and long-term family wealth planning
Build relationships with intermediaries, introducers, and referral sources
Identify new advisory opportunities within the existing client base
Support proposals, pitches, and client presentations
Contribute to thought leadership and market-facing initiatives in the UAE
Liaise closely with the internal compliance and risk teams
Ensure all advisory work is delivered in line with internal policies and professional standards
Act as the key point of contact between the Dubai office and the internal accounts and bookkeeping teams
Work with finance teams to ensure timely invoicing, cash collection, and accurate financial reporting
Provide financial and operational input to support the efficient running and scaling of the Dubai office
Support and mentor junior team members as the Dubai practice grows