Private Client Tax Manager

Sheridan Maine (Midlands); Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy firm in Devon is seeking a Private Client Tax Manager. You will manage a diverse portfolio of clients, providing tax compliance and advisory services. The ideal candidate will be ATT/CTA qualified and possess strong technical knowledge in personal tax, including trusts and high-net-worth individuals. This role offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a tax compliance and advisory role and drafting reports.
• Strong technical knowledge in personal tax, including trusts, HNW clients, and CGT.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of personal tax clients, including trusts and HNW individuals.
• Provide advice on inheritance tax, residence and domicile, capital gains, and other personal tax matters.
• Prepare and review self-assessment tax returns and computations.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Technical knowledge in personal tax

Communication skills

Education

ATT/CTA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Overview

“Behind every good client strategy is a great tax professional making it possible.”

Sheridan Maine is working with a growing accountancy firm in Devon to recruit a Private Client Tax Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong tax professional who wants to join a firm that truly prioritises your growth and development.

In this hands-on role, you’ll deliver tax compliance and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of personal clients, including trusts and high-net-worth individuals. You will play a key role in providing exceptional client service, offering insightful advice, and supporting junior staff in their professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of personal tax clients, including trusts and HNW individuals.
• Provide advice on inheritance tax, residence and domicile, capital gains, and other personal tax matters.
• Prepare and review self-assessment tax returns and computations.
• Meet with clients to understand and advise on their tax planning needs.
• Review work of junior staff and support their development.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, HMRC, and other professional contacts.
• Identify opportunities to promote wider firm services, including financial planning.

Qualifications

• ATT/CTA qualified or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a tax compliance and advisory role and drafting reports.
• Strong technical knowledge in personal tax, including trusts, HNW clients, and CGT.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.

This is a great opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise will make a tangible impact, and your professional growth is encouraged.

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.