Private Client Compliance, Tax Manager

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

Job summary

A global audit and advisory firm is seeking a Manager to oversee tax return completions and ensure excellent client service. You will lead a team, manage complex tax issues, and develop your skills within an inclusive culture. Ideal candidates will possess a professional qualification (ATT or CTA) and demonstrate leadership abilities. The role offers flexible working arrangements to promote a balanced work-life environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Opportunities for secondments

Support for charitable activities

Qualifications

• Minimum criteria include a professional qualification (ATT or CTA) and experience in private client compliance.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience managing teams required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality completion of tax returns and deliver excellent client service.
• Drive team productivity by organizing work efficiently.
• Review complex tax returns and identify advisory opportunities.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of personal tax affairs

Experience managing and leading a team

Ability to develop others

Education

Professional qualification (ATT or CTA)

Job description

Job Description

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 bring diverse experiences to our clients worldwide, delivering personalized, proactive, and agile services. That's Grant Thornton.

Job Description:

NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.

Every day, our teams help businesses and communities do what is right and achieve their goals.

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

We continually improve our processes and leverage the latest technology to enhance client interactions.

We support flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job shares, to help balance work and personal life.

A look into the role

As a Manager, you will:

• Ensure the efficient and high-quality completion of tax returns and deliver excellent client service.
• Drive team productivity by delegating and organizing work to maximize efficiency.
• Contribute to departmental management, leading projects and reporting to senior management.
• Review complex tax returns for a diverse client base, identify opportunities for advisory work, and convert them into billable activities.
• Develop your skills and maintain high standards within our private tax function.
• Be a proactive team member, developing internal networks within the tax department, wider tax practice, and sector groups.

Knowing you’re right for us

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

• Strong technical knowledge of personal tax affairs
• Experience managing and leading a team
• Ability to develop others, self-awareness, and motivation for self-improvement

Knowing we’re right for you

We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and respect. Our open environment encourages interaction with leaders who are interested in your contributions. We support bringing your whole self to work and pursuing passions outside of work.

Beyond the job

We recognize life outside work is important. We offer flexible working options and aim to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Your impact extends beyond your role, including opportunities for secondments, charitable activities, and supporting entrepreneurs globally.

Our core values—purposefulness, curiosity, candor, and kindness—guide us. We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold integrity for the benefit of clients, colleagues, and society.