Corporate Tax Senior Manager

Rutherford Briant; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mid-tier accountancy firm in Guildford is seeking a Corporate Tax professional ready to step into a leadership role. This position involves managing a diverse portfolio of corporate clients, providing tax planning and risk management advice, and leading a talented team to drive growth. The firm offers a competitive salary of £80,000 – £110,000 depending on experience, hybrid working arrangements, and clear progression to Director level.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Clear route to Director level

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Corporate Tax within a practice environment.
• Excellent technical knowledge combined with a commercial mindset.
• Proven success managing complex client engagements and leading teams.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to identify and drive opportunities for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of corporate clients, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services.
• Provide proactive, commercial tax planning and risk management advice.
• Lead, coach and develop junior team members to achieve their full potential.
• Work closely with Partners and Directors to identify opportunities for growth and improved efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with clients and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strong experience in Corporate Tax within a practice environment

Excellent technical knowledge

Proven success managing complex client engagements

Proactive approach

Job description

Are you a Corporate Tax professional looking to take the next step into a true leadership role? This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, people-focused firm where you’ll lead complex engagements, develop a talented team, and play a key role in shaping the future of the Corporate Tax function.

Our client is a highly respected mid‑tier accountancy firm with a strong regional presence and ambitious growth plans. They pride themselves on offering a modern, flexible working environment, a genuine focus on employee development, and clear progression opportunities right up to Director level.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of corporate clients, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services.
• Provide proactive, commercial tax planning and risk management advice.
• Lead, coach and develop junior team members to achieve their full potential.
• Work closely with Partners and Directors to identify opportunities for growth and improved efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with clients and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted adviser.

Requirements

• Strong experience in Corporate Tax within a practice environment.
• Excellent technical knowledge combined with a commercial mindset.
• Proven success managing complex client engagements and leading teams.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to identify and drive opportunities for improvement.

Benefits

• £80,000 – £110,000 salary (depending on experience).
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Clear route to Director level.
• Exposure to a wide range of clients across mid‑market and corporate sectors.
• A collaborative culture that values personal and professional growth.

If you’re ready to lead, influence and progress in a supportive and ambitious firm, apply today or reach out to the Rutherford Briant team for a confidential discussion.

Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage under‑represented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.