Financial Services, Private Client UK Tax Manager

PwC; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking a Manager for their Private Client Alternative Investment Fund team in London. You will develop client relationships, manage complex tax issues, and mentor junior staff. Strong UK tax knowledge and ACA/CTA/ACCA qualifications are essential. The role offers flexibility with a variety of benefits, including private medical cover and volunteer days.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Flexible working hours

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Detailed and up-to-date UK tax knowledge in the personal tax space.
• Experience with complex tax issues for owners and executives.
• Ability to manage demanding client projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop new client relationships and pursue new opportunities.
• Work on diverse engagements for high net worth individuals.
• Maintain expert level of relevant tax knowledge.

Skills

UK tax knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Coaching and delegation skills

Education

ACA/CTA/ACCA Qualification

Job description

About the role

We help our clients stay ahead of changes that impact their businesses, navigating complexity and risk. We deliver deep tax technical, people and legal expertise, while providing the critical context to make informed and compliant decisions. With clients ranging from multinational organisations and public sector bodies to entrepreneurs and family businesses, the work we do is diverse.

Our Private Client Alternative Investment Fund team specialise in advising wealthy individuals and their businesses in the Alternative Investment Fund space. We work within both PwC's Private Client Network and AIF network, collaborating widely to offer a holistic, end-to-end service to our clients.

We value curious minds and collaborative spirits, working together to help clients navigate the ever-changing tax landscape. As part of the team, you'll be actively encouraged to consult, share specialist knowledge and new ideas as we continue to innovate to deliver a best-in-class service.

Join us to be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to providing exceptional service and fostering meaningful client relationships.

What your days will look like

• A Manager role in a growing team, working closely with experienced Private Client Partners, Directors and Senior Managers and having responsibility to help develop new client relationships, identifying and pursuing new opportunities from within our market.
• Working on a diverse and broad portfolio of client engagements, including international high net worth individuals, private equity funds and their executives.
• Developing market leading relationships with both clients (including many well-known names in the industry) and internal stakeholders, collaborating across the firm when developing client relationships or delivering complex projects.
• Maintaining an expert level of relevant tax knowledge, staying current with technical developments including changes in tax law and legislation.
• Advising clients and internal stakeholders on the latest tax technical issues, including delivering sessions at client / knowledge events.
• Supervising, coaching and providing regular feedback to Senior Associates and Associates within the team while also keeping more senior stakeholders updated on progress.

The role is for you if

• Must possess an ACA/CTA/ACCA Qualification (or an international equivalent)
• Detailed and up-to-date UK tax knowledge in the personal tax space is essential, with experience in complex tax issues for owners, founders, executives, and privately or family-owned businesses.
• Experience with international aspects such as residence, domicile, and arriving/leaving the UK is crucial due to the global footprint and international mobility of our clients.
• Working with clients in the private equity and broader Alternative Investment Fund industry is preferred; candidates must be quick learners if lacking direct experience, with training available.
• Partnership tax experience is beneficial due to the partnership aspects of many clients.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary for managing demanding client projects, maintaining client contact, and supporting PwC staff, alongside superb written communication for reviewing deliverables and providing client advice.
• Coaching and delegation skills are required to help other Managers develop associates and senior associates in their tax technical expertise and client management skills.

What you'll receive from us

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.