Corporate Tax Director

Saffery; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saffery LLP is seeking a Corporate Tax Director to lead their corporate tax team in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will manage client relationships, develop new business opportunities, and provide expert tax advisory services. This role requires strong technical skills and the ability to mentor and lead a team within a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

35-hour workweek with flexible options

Pension plan

27 days leave

Life Assurance

Flexible benefits and family policies

Profit-sharing eligibility

Discretionary bonus schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified individual with ACA/ACCA/CTA and post-qualification experience in corporate tax.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing client relationships and developing new business.
• Mentoring and developing staff.
• Handling technical tax advisory issues.

Skills

UK tax technical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Mentoring abilities

Education

ACA/ACCA/CTA qualification

Job description

The role

As part of our growth strategy, we are looking to recruit an experienced Corporate Tax Director. The successful candidate will be part of the wider Saffery Corporate Tax team, responsible for developing our corporate tax offering in the local market and assisting our existing clients with corporate tax matters such as tax advisory, transaction services, compliance, and reporting obligations.

The responsibilities

Handling challenging technical issues, the role includes:

1. Developing relationships and new business opportunities with the support of the Head of Department and staff, providing a range of tax and related services.
2. Managing a group of clients with excellent technical expertise.
3. Leading and managing client relationships to foster new business.
4. Mentoring and developing associate directors and staff.
5. Ensuring excellent client service while minimizing conduct risk.
6. Contributing to departmental and office management as relevant.
7. Collaborating with internal fee earners to develop market strategies.

The team

Our Corporate Tax team spans 9 offices, comprising 7 partners and over 100 professionals, serving sectors including manufacturing, technology, retail, recruitment, financial services, hospitality, and property.

You

The role is suited for a qualified individual (e.g., ACA/ACCA/CTA) with several years of post-qualification experience in corporate tax. The candidate should demonstrate:

1. Strong UK tax technical skills.
2. Ability to analyze technical queries and provide robust advice.
3. Project management skills, including planning, prioritizing, and budgeting.
4. Responsibility for work quality and delivery.
5. Excellent communication skills.
6. A client-focused approach and relationship-building skills.
7. Ability to collaborate across teams.
8. Coaching and mentoring abilities.

Reward and benefits

• A 35-hour workweek with flexible, hybrid working options.
• Benefits including pension, 27 days leave, Life Assurance, flexible benefits, and family policies.
• Eligibility for Profit-Sharing and discretionary bonus schemes.

About us

Saffery LLP, established in 1855, is a leading UK accountancy firm, part of the Nexia network, offering comprehensive accounting, audit, advisory, tax, and VAT services across various sectors.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We prioritize ED&I through our 'Everyone Belongs' strategy, fostering a positive, inclusive culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, emphasizing that our strength lies in our diversity. At Saffery, potential meets personal growth, grounded in values of excellence, integrity, enthusiasm, and collegiality.