Private Client Tax Associate Director

RSM; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking a Private Client Tax Associate Director to manage client relationships and lead advisory projects. The ideal candidate will be CTA and/or ACA qualified, with strong client handling and project management experience. Key responsibilities include developing new business, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. The role is based in Chester with hybrid working options available.

Benefits

27 days holiday

Hybrid working

Wellbeing benefits

Individual healthcare cover

Access to on-demand courses

Qualifications

• Proven client handling and project management experience.
• Strong understanding of tax issues related to private clients.
• Experience managing personal tax compliance and advisory projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop client relationships.
• Lead advisory and technical projects.
• Supervise work and provide on-the-job training.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Mentoring

Education

CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent experience

Job description

Private Client Tax Associate Director

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Our Private Client Team works with individuals, trustees, partnerships, sole traders, and family businesses in managing their tax affairs, including compliance and advisory services. We collaborate across the firm to provide integrated services to owner-managed businesses and family offices, combining expertise in accounting, audit, and taxes.

As an Associate Director in Liverpool and Chester, you will manage and develop client relationships, lead advisory projects, and ensure high-quality service delivery. You will also oversee a team, review work, provide training, participate in workforce planning, and contribute to a positive, inclusive culture aligned with RSM values. Additionally, you will collaborate on planning projects, technical assignments, and business development opportunities.

You will make an impact by:

1. Maintaining existing client relationships and acting as the first contact for new clients, supporting work generation with Directors and Partners.
2. Leading advisory and technical projects.
3. Developing new business and strengthening existing relationships with partners.
4. Mentoring junior team members.
5. Building relationships with other departments to identify and meet client needs.
6. Briefing junior staff, supervising work, and providing on-the-job training.

What we are looking for:

If you thrive on variety, enjoy learning, and connecting with people, this role is ideal for you! We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Our ideal candidate will:

1. Be CTA and/or ACA qualified or have equivalent experience.
2. Have a strong understanding of tax issues related to private clients.
3. Have proven client handling and project management experience.
4. Be capable of leading advisory projects and delivering high-quality reports within budget.
5. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Have experience managing personal tax compliance and advisory projects, with confidence in relationship development.
7. Be interested in mentoring and developing junior staff.

What we can offer you:

We recognize our people are our most valuable asset. Our flexible reward and benefits package includes:

• 27 days holiday (with optional additional days)
• Hybrid working
• Wellbeing benefits, including financial tools, electric car scheme, and virtual GP access
• Individual healthcare cover
• Access to over 300 on-demand courses developed by our Talent Development team

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