Private Client Compliance, Tax Manager

GRANT THORNTON-1; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tax advisory sector seeks a Manager for their Private Assurance Team. The role involves ensuring high-quality tax return completion, managing team productivity, and engaging in advisory work. The ideal candidate will possess a professional qualification and experience in private client compliance. Flexible working arrangements are supported, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience in private client compliance and managing complex personal tax affairs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient completion of tax returns and deliver excellent client service.
• Lead team productivity by delegating and organizing work effectively.
• Review complex tax returns and identify advisory opportunities.

Skills

Technical Expertise in Personal Tax

Team Management

Personal Development

Education

ATT or CTA Qualification

Job description

Job ID: R

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

Job Description:

NEW GROUND WON'T BREAK ITSELF.

Every day, our teams help individuals and communities to act rightly and achieve their goals.

The Private Assurance Team works with a wide 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 work where appropriate.

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

We are open to flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job sharing, to support work-life balance.

A look into the role

As a Manager, you will:

1. Ensure the efficient and high-quality completion of tax returns and deliver excellent client service.
2. Lead team productivity by delegating and organizing work effectively.
3. Participate in departmental management, leading projects and reporting to senior management.
4. Review complex tax returns, identify opportunities for advisory work, and convert them into billable services.
5. Develop your skills and knowledge to uphold high standards within our private tax function.
6. Be a proactive team member with opportunities to network within the tax department and broader practice.

Knowing you're right for us

The minimum requirements include:

• A professional qualification (ATT or CTA).
• Experience in private client compliance, managing complex personal tax affairs.

Preferred skills (not mandatory):

• Strong technical expertise in personal tax.
• Experience in managing and leading a team.
• A drive for personal development and self-awareness.

Knowing we're right for you

We value diversity and foster an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. Our open culture encourages interaction with leaders who value your contributions. We support flexible work arrangements to help balance your professional and personal lives.

Beyond the job

We believe life extends beyond work. We support various initiatives like secondments, charity fundraising, and investing in global entrepreneurs, allowing you to make a societal impact.

Our core values—purposeful drive, curiosity, candor, and kindness—guide us. We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold integrity in all they do. That's how it should be.