Private Client Tax Assistant Manager

KRESTON REEVES LLP; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager in Chatham. The role involves managing a diverse client portfolio, tax compliance, advisory projects, and supervision of junior staff. Excellent communication skills and a CTA/ATT qualification or equivalent experience are required. This position offers competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension scheme

Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Income Protection Scheme

25.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working policies

Private Medical Insurance

Continuous support and development

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Qualified CTA/ATT or equivalent experience required.
• Excellent communication skills essential.
• Keen eye for detail necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of private clients.
• Deliver personal tax compliance and advisory work.
• Supervise junior team members.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified CTA/ATT or equivalent experience

Job description

Private Client Tax Assistant Manager

Department: Tax

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Chatham

Description
We are currently recruiting for a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager to join our growing team in Chatham. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a blend of personal tax compliance and advisory projects, while building strong client relationships and collaborating across service lines.

About the role

• Manage a varied portfolio of private clients, acting as their primary point of contact.
• Deliver personal tax compliance and contribute to advisory work
• Ensure all client work is completed in line with agreed budgets and internal standards such as The KR Way and Life of a Tax Return.
• Develop and maintain up-to-date technical knowledge through training, research, monitoring changes in legislation and HMRC policy.
• Liaise with internal teams on client matters and build your internal profile among partners and directors across service lines.
• Attend client meetings and play a key role in relationship and workflow management.
• Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and manage client billing effectively.
• Support one-off compliance and advisory assignments as needed.
• Supervise junior members of the team involved in the delivery of private client tax work.
• Opportunity, with the required support from the firm, to become a People Manager for more junior members of the team.

What we're looking for

• Qualified CTA/ATT or qualified by experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Keen eye for detail

What we can offer

• Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
• Leave – 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying.
• Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.
• Physical wellbeing –Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
• Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
• Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses.
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
• ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
• Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan.

At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing [e-mail]. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.