Private Client Compliance, Tax Manager

ZipRecruiter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tax sector is seeking a Manager for their Private Assurance Team. The role involves overseeing tax returns, leading a team, and engaging in advisory work. Candidates should have a professional qualification and experience in private client compliance. Flexible working arrangements are available to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for volunteering and fundraising

Qualifications

• Experience in private client compliance is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient completion of quality tax returns and deliver excellent client service.
• Lead team production, delegate tasks, and organize workflows.

Skills

People management

Team leadership

Self-awareness

Motivation for self-improvement

Education

Professional qualification (ATT or CTA)

Job description

Job Description

Job ID: R1033390

Job type: Permanent

Time type: Full time

Categories: Tax

More than you expected

The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of a global network of independent audit, tax, and advisory firms, comprising over 76,000 professionals in more than 150 countries. We are a team of independent thinkers who prioritize quality and integrity. We aim to provide our clients with a unique experience—personal, proactive, and agile—that goes beyond expectations.

Job Description:

NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.

Every day, our teams assist individuals and communities in doing what is right and achieving their goals.

The Private Assurance Team works with a diverse range of high-net-worth individuals, ensuring their compliance obligations are met. We build relationships with clients, discussing all aspects of their financial affairs and engaging in advisory assignments where appropriate.

We continually seek to improve our processes, leveraging the latest technology to enhance our interactions with clients.

We are open to flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job shares, to help you balance work and life.

A look into the role

As a Manager in our team, you will:

• Ensure the efficient completion of quality tax returns and deliver excellent client service.
• Lead team production, delegate tasks, and organize workflows to maximize efficiency.
• Contribute to departmental management through project ownership and reporting to senior management.
• Review complex tax returns for various clients, identify opportunities for advisory work, and convert them into billable services.
• Develop your skills and maintain high standards through continuous learning opportunities.
• Be an integral part of our private tax function, with opportunities to network within the tax department and broader practice groups.

Knowing you’re right for us

The minimum criteria include a professional qualification (ATT or CTA) and experience in private client compliance. Skills that are desirable include:

• Strong technical knowledge and experience with complex personal tax affairs.
• People management and team leadership experience.
• Ability to develop others, self-awareness, and motivation for self-improvement.

Knowing we’re right for you

At Grant Thornton, we celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive culture where everyone’s contributions are valued. We promote an environment where you can be your authentic self, pursue your passions, and grow professionally.

Beyond the job

We recognize that life extends beyond work. We offer flexible working options to support work-life balance and encourage activities outside of work, such as volunteering, fundraising, and supporting entrepreneurs globally.

Our core values—purposefully driven, actively curious, and candid but kind—guide our actions. We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold integrity for the benefit of clients, colleagues, and society.