Manager - Private Tax - Multiple Locations Across the UK

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global advisory firm in London is seeking a motivated Manager for their Private Tax team. The ideal candidate should possess strong tax expertise and proven relationship management skills. Responsibilities include managing complex tax projects, driving business development, and mentoring junior staff. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Global exposure

Career progression

Support & coaching

Flexible working

Comprehensive benefits

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Proven relationship management and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience advising a range of clients (AIM-listed, PE-backed, family-owned, and OMBs).
• Experience coaching and developing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Drive business development and identify new opportunities.
• Manage the delivery of complex and demanding tax consulting projects.
• Ensure technical excellence and a practical, business-driven approach.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor junior team members.
• Contribute to team initiatives.

Skills

Client-focused

Strong strategic and commercial awareness

Excellent tax technical expertise

Relationship management skills

Negotiation skills

Business development experience

Time management

Project management skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

ACA / CTA / Tax Inspectors qualification

Law qualification or equivalent

Job description

Manager - Private Tax - Multiple Locations Across the UK

Location: London

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1628930

About EY Tax

EY Tax is a market leader, renowned for delivering sustainable growth and empowering our people to shape their own careers. Our diverse, collaborative team advises on high-profile transactions, combining technical expertise, innovation and a genuine focus on continuous development. Join us to work on challenging, multi-country projects in a supportive, dynamic environment where your impact truly matters

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious Manager to join EY’s specialist Private Tax team in London. We’re seeking an individual with a strong technical foundation, proven relationship-building skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service.

The Team

Our Private Tax team works with a broad range of entrepreneurial, owner-managed, PE-backed, and AIM-listed businesses, as well as their shareholders, family offices, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, private equity clients, and professional partnerships.

We act as trusted advisers, delivering comprehensive tax advisory services that include:

• Tax-efficient value extraction and creation
• Reorganisations and transactions
• International tax advisory
• Ongoing maintenance of client tax structures

Our services span compliance, residence and domicile issues, wealth optimisation, and estate and succession planning. With a diverse UK and non-UK domiciled client base, we frequently provide cross-border tax support through EY’s international network.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Drive business development and identify new opportunities
• Manage the delivery of complex and demanding tax consulting projects
• Ensure technical excellence and a practical, business-driven approach
• Supervise, coach, and mentor junior team members
• Contribute to team initiatives, including training, retention, and development

About You

• Client-focused with strong strategic and commercial awareness
• Excellent tax technical expertise
• Proven relationship management and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Confident negotiator, able to articulate and defend opinions effectively
• Demonstrated business development experience
• Strong time management and ability to perform under pressure
• Project management skills with a focus on delivery and budget control
• Experience advising a range of clients (AIM-listed, PE-backed, family-owned, and OMBs)
• Creative and pragmatic problem-solver

Qualifications

• ACA / CTA / Tax Inspectors qualification (with full technical training), Law qualification, or equivalent tax specialist qualification
• Strong tax technical and business development skills
• Experience coaching and developing junior staff

What We Offer

• Global Exposure: Work with international clients and collaborate across EY’s global network.
• Career Progression: Lead high-impact projects and shape your professional journey.
• Support & Coaching: Learn from industry leaders and receive ongoing mentoring.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid model (minimum two days in the office) with a focus on work-life balance.
• Total Rewards: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and exclusive EY perks.
• Inclusive Culture: A workplace where you belong, feel valued, and can thrive.

To help create the best possible experience during the recruitment process, please let us know if you require any disability-related adjustments or accommodations.

Ready to lead, inspire, and make an impact? Apply now.

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