Private Client Tax Director - Sports

PRO-TAX RECRUITMENT LIMITED; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier specialist practice in London seeks a Private Client Tax Senior Manager ready to step up to Director. Focused on Sports, Music, and Media HNWIs, the role includes tax planning and advisory, client engagement, and team development in a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Strong work-life balance

Qualifications

• Strong post-qualification experience in Private Client Tax.
• Experience working with Sports, Music, or Entertainment clients.
• Background in Accounting, Legal, or Family Office environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop tax strategies for high-profile clients.
• Design corporate structures for sponsorship deals and image rights.
• Oversee business management functions including tax reserves and cash flow.

Skills

Business Development

Client Management

Private Client Tax Planning

Complex Tax Matters

Mentoring

Education

ATT/CTA/STEP qualified

Job description

Are you looking to step away from a mainstream accounting firm and join a specialist boutique practice that focuses exclusively on Sports, Music & Media HNWIs?

Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping a growing Private Client Tax offering while enjoying flexible working and a strong work-life balance?

This exciting opportunity is ideal for a Private Client Tax Senior Manager ready to step up to Director or an existing Director seeking a more dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

The Role

Joining this specialist London-based firm, you'll work closely with a highly regarded Private Client Tax specialist in the Media & Sports space. You'll become a trusted advisor to UHNWI and HNWI clients, including elite athletes, global musicians, and high-profile entertainers- supporting them across the UK and Europe, whether competing in a major tournament or filming a blockbuster production.

Your responsibilities will include:
Private Client Tax Planning & Advisory - Developing tax strategies tailored to international high-profile clients.
Structuring & Commercial Advisory - Designing corporate structures for image rights, sponsorship deals, TV appearances, and brand partnerships.
Family Office Services - Overseeing business management functions, including bank account management, tax reserves, spending analysis, property renovation oversight, and cash flow planning.
Client Engagement - Working closely with financial advisors, agents, private banks, and wealth managers.
HMRC Engagement - Managing tax investigations and handling HMRC inquiries.
Team Development - Mentoring and upskilling junior team members while delivering quarterly presentations to senior leadership.

Who We're Looking For

ATT/CTA/STEP qualified, with strong post-qualification experience.
Experience working with Sports, Music, or Entertainment clients.
Deep understanding of complex Private Client Tax matters.
Background in Accounting, Legal, or Family Office environments.
Proven track record in Business Development & Client Management.

What's Next?

If you're a Senior Manager looking to step up or a Director seeking a fresh challenge outside of the Big 4/Top 20, we'd love to hear from you.

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.