Private Client Tax Senior / Manager Central London

Clark Wood - Tax Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A tax recruitment agency in Greater London seeks an experienced Private Client Tax Manager to oversee a high-calibre portfolio of wealthy individuals and trusts. Responsibilities include managing complex tax returns and leading advisory projects on inheritance tax and offshore structuring. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in personal tax, strong technical knowledge of UK legislation, and excellent client management skills. This role offers a competitive compensation package but does not provide visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Opportunity for bonuses from referrals

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of personal tax experience with a focus on private clients.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax affected by non-domiciliary status.
• Experience in managing complex tax portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of private clients.
• Review personal tax returns for accuracy and timely submission.
• Lead tax planning projects on inheritance tax and offshore matters.
• Support business development initiatives.
• Coach junior team members in technical skills.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client management

Deadline management

Education

CTA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

Private Client Tax Senior / Manager – London

A prestigious private client team in London is seeking an experienced Private Client Tax Manager to oversee a high‑calibre portfolio of HNWIs, non‑domiciled individuals, entrepreneurs, and family trusts. This position offers a blend of hands‑on compliance oversight and significant involvement in complex advisory work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a diverse portfolio of private clients, including UK resident/non‑resident individuals, non‑doms, and trusts
• Reviewing complex personal tax returns and ensuring all filings are accurate and submitted on time
• Leading advisory and tax planning projects across areas such as inheritance tax, CGT, offshore structuring, and residence/domicile issues
• Supporting partners with business development initiatives and contributing to the wider technical knowledge base
• Coaching and developing junior team members to strengthen technical capability across the department

Requirements:

• CTA qualified (or equivalent)
• At least 5 years’ experience in personal tax with a strong emphasis on private client work
• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation, particularly relating to non‑doms and offshore planning
• Excellent interpersonal and client‑management abilities
• Proven ability to manage deadlines and deliver high‑quality work across a varied portfolio

For further information on this role please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood – [e-mail] / DD: [phone] | Mobile: [phone]

This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

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