Personal Tax Manager - Hybrid, Flexible, Reduced Hrs

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Personal Tax Assistant Manager to join their supportive team in Leicester. This role offers a flexible working environment, focusing on work/life balance and professional development. You will manage a diverse portfolio of personal tax clients, identify planning opportunities, and contribute to the firm's business development. With a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, this firm provides extensive benefits and a supportive learning environment. If you're passionate about tax and client relationships, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Access to health resources

Supportive learning environment

Internal mentor system

Personal development programs

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or CTA with experience in personal tax compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to develop junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of personal tax compliance clients.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and deliver advisory assignments.
• Train and mentor trainees to develop their professional skills.

Skills

ACA and/or CTA qualified

Personal tax compliance experience

Interpersonal skills

Tax planning proficiency

Organisational skills

Leadership and mentoring

Commercial awareness

Proactive mindset

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Posted:

02.05.2025

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16.06.2025

Job Description:

Significant demand exists in the local market for tax professionals at all levels. Choosing which firm to commit your future to is a big decision. Our client has recently seen additional investment and expansion, and as a result, they are entering the local market determined to add more best-in-class professionals to their long-serving and supportive team. This role, which could be appointed at Manager or Senior Manager level, is offered on a highly flexible basis, including reduced or condensed working weeks. Our client believes in effective work/life balance and supports a range of work patterns.

This is a well-established firm with a prestigious client list. Most importantly, it is led by a team of Directors and Associate Directors who are involved, supportive, and approachable. The firm is people-focused, supporting staff in all aspects, from essential learning and development to flexible and hybrid working. The leadership team is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.

The successful appointee to this Personal Tax Assistant Manager position will report to an Associate Director and join an established team of 6 in personal tax and 15 across the department. If you believe this environment suits your skills and career goals, consider reaching out to Abacus to set up an informal meeting. A firm representative would be happy to provide all the information and insights you need before applying.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assisting in managing a diverse portfolio of personal tax compliance clients.
2. Identifying personal tax planning opportunities and assisting in delivering advisory assignments.
3. Playing a key role in delivering estate planning services to clients.
4. Training and mentoring trainees within the team, developing their professional skills.
5. Building and maintaining trusted client relationships.
6. Overseeing the financial management of your portfolio.
7. Contributing to the firm's business development initiatives.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise:

• ACA and/or CTA qualified.
• Experience in personal tax compliance or managing a portfolio that delivers personal tax and estate planning services.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop exceptional client relationships.
• Proficiency in identifying and delivering tax planning opportunities.
• Solid organisational skills to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Leadership and mentoring skills, with experience in developing junior staff.
• Commercial awareness to contribute to business development.
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working options, including reduced hours, part-time, and condensed weeks.
• Extensive benefits, including access to health and financial well-being resources and lifestyle savings.
• Supportive learning and development environment.
• Internal mentor and buddy system.
• Personal development programs and practical, on-the-job training.