Corporate Tax Director - Partner Designate

Fletcher George Financial Recruitment; Weybridge; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent firm in Weybridge is seeking a Corporate Tax Director - Partner Designate to lead corporate advisory work and shape the tax team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in UK Corporate Tax, proven leadership abilities, and a desire to mentor others. This role offers a clear path to Partnership, a collaborative team environment, and a competitive salary of up to £150,000 plus benefits, making it a unique opportunity in a thriving firm.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Clear route to Partnership

Collaborative team culture

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Strong background in UK Corporate Tax within a professional practice.
• Proven ability to lead advisory work and manage client relationships.
• Enjoy mentoring and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead on high-quality corporate advisory work and oversee compliance.
• Guide and mentor Corporate Tax team, fostering a collaborative culture.
• Be a trusted advisor on complex technical tax matters.

Skills

Leadership in advisory work

Client relationship management

Tax technical excellence

Mentorship and team leadership

Education

CTA qualified or ACA/ACCA with corporate tax experience

Job description

Corporate Tax Director - Partner Designate, Weybridge, Surrey, £100,000 - £150,000 + Benefits

Hybrid working
Succession opportunity Advisory-led

Are you an ambitious Corporate Tax Director or Senior Manager ready to take that final step toward Partnership?

Join a respected and growing independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Surrey, where you will take the lead on high-quality corporate advisory work, shape the direction of the tax team, and become a future Partner.

The Opportunity

As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will:

• Take ownership of an impressive portfolio of corporate clients, with a focus on tax advisory (approx. 60%) and complex compliance (40%)
• Lead on strategic planning and transactional work - including restructures, share schemes, and international tax matters
• Oversee the quality and delivery of tax computations and submissions, ensuring technical excellence
• Guide and mentor a talented Corporate Tax team, fostering a collaborative, learning-focused culture
• Be a trusted advisor to clients, HMRC, and internal stakeholders on complex technical tax matters

This is a true succession role offering a clear and supported pathway to full Partner status.

Who We're Looking For

You may already be a Senior Tax Director or an experienced Senior Manager who feels ready to step into a more strategic, client-led leadership role.

• CTA qualified (or ACA / ACCA with significant corporate tax experience)
• A strong background in UK Corporate Tax within a professional practice environment
• Proven ability to lead on advisory work and manage client relationships at a senior level
• A natural mentor and team leader who enjoys developing others
• You must have the right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available)

Why Join This Firm?

• A clear route to Partnership in a thriving, independent 4-office firm
• An environment where your ideas will be heard and your contribution valued
• A flexible hybrid working model, alongside a genuinely collaborative team culture
• An advisory-led tax portfolio with opportunities to make a real impact
• Competitive salary up to £150,000, depending on experience, plus benefits

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role at a time of exciting growth and transition.

Interested?

We would welcome a confidential conversation to explore whether this could be the right next step for you, .

Please apply now, and we will be in touch promptly with suitable candidates.

Fletcher George is an inclusive Surrey-based financial recruiter welcoming all applications relevant to the role. We are committed to attracting a diverse pool of applicants and assisting talent in finding career opportunities in which they can thrive.

We are an accountancy and finance recruitment agency that acts as an employment agency.

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