Tax Advisory Manager

Gillespie Recruitment Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day week after probation

25 days annual leave plus bank Hols

Your birthday off

Paid volunteering days

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Gillespie Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Tax Advisory Manager for a leading accountancy practice. This senior role focuses on delivering strategic tax guidance to entrepreneurs, investors and ambitious organisations, blending technical excellence with commercial insights.

We offer genuine flexibility, clear progression, and an innovative four-day working week. The successful candidate will lead tax planning and consultancy across diverse matters, mentoring colleagues and driving growth within a

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience within tax.
• Strong technical knowledge across multiple tax disciplines.
• Commercially astute and solutions focused.
• Confident communicating with senior stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic tax planning and consultancy services.
• Advising on personal, corporate and business taxation matters.
• Identifying efficiencies and planning solutions.
• Leading complex projects from initial consultation through to delivery.
• Supporting business development and referral growth.
• Building strong professional networks and stakeholder relationships.
• Mentoring colleagues and sharing technical expertise.
• Keeping ahead of legislative developments and industry changes.

Education

CTA qualified or qualified by experience

Job description

Gillespie Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading accountancy practice in their search for a Tax Advisory Manager.

This is a senior appointment for an experienced tax professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing key business decisions and working closely with entrepreneurs, investors and ambitious organisations.

You'll join a progressive firm that combines technical excellence with commercial thinking, offering genuine flexibility, strong career progression and an innovative four-day working week.

The Role

You'll play a pivotal role in delivering strategic guidance across a broad range of tax matters while supporting the continued growth of an established advisory function.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing strategic tax planning and consultancy services.
• Advising on personal, corporate and business taxation matters.
• Identifying efficiencies and planning solutions.
• Leading complex projects from initial consultation through to delivery.
• Supporting business development and referral growth.
• Building strong professional networks and stakeholder relationships.
• Mentoring colleagues and sharing technical expertise.
• Keeping ahead of legislative developments and industry changes.

About You

• CTA qualified or qualified by experience.
• 8+ years' experience within tax.
• Strong technical knowledge across multiple tax disciplines.
• Commercially astute and solutions focused.
• Confident communicating with senior stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Four-day working week following probation.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional holiday entitlement with service.
• Your birthday off each year.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Clear progression pathways.
• Ongoing professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative culture.

Why Apply?

This position offers the chance to take ownership of high-value work, contribute to business growth and further establish yourself within a respected professional services environment.