Tax Director

Forvis Mazars; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 92,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Chartered Accountancy firm is seeking a Tax Director to lead their corporate tax department. The successful candidate will have advanced technical tax expertise and at least eight years of experience in corporate tax roles. Key responsibilities include managing corporation tax compliance, mentoring junior staff, and driving business development initiatives. A competitive salary of £100,000 with bonus options and a hybrid working model are offered. This is a unique opportunity for someone to join a dynamic and supportive team in London.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and benefits

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Advanced technical tax expertise is required.
• Experience in managing complex tax cases is essential.
• Proven record in client management across diverse industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of high-quality corporate tax services.
• Oversee corporation tax compliance and provide advanced tax advice.
• Manage detailed technical research on complex tax issues.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.
• Drive business development and serve as primary client contact.

Skills

CTA qualified or equivalent experience in corporate tax

Minimum eight years of experience in corporate tax roles

Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax compliance

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail

Previous line‑management experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

Alphatax

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Tax Director to lead our corporate tax department at a leading Chartered Accountancy firm. The role requires advanced technical tax expertise, leadership experience, and a proven record in client management across diverse industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of high‑quality corporate tax services for a varied portfolio of clients, balancing independent contributions with collaborative team efforts.
• Oversee corporation tax compliance, provide advanced technical tax advice, and identify planning opportunities aligned with client objectives.
• Manage detailed technical research on complex tax issues, present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders, and ensure decisions are risk‑aware and compliant with UK legislation.
• Review and provide actionable feedback on complex corporate tax cases, ensuring the highest level of technical proficiency.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior team members, fostering continuous learning and professional growth within a supportive environment.
• Lead thought‑leadership initiatives, proactively identifying and implementing process improvements and technology‑enabled solutions to enhance efficiency.
• Drive business development and networking efforts, acting as a primary contact for the firm’s clients, colleagues, and wider network to secure new opportunities.
• Assess and mitigate operational, financial, and reputational risks, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal risk‑management procedures.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• CTA qualified or equivalent experience in corporate tax.
• Minimum eight years of progressively responsible experience in corporate tax roles, with exposure to complex tax issues.
• Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax compliance, planning, and advisory services.
• Proven ability to review and analyze complex tax cases with high accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to clients and colleagues.
• High level of attention to detail in reviewing tax returns and deliverables.
• Previous line‑management experience, able to guide, mentor, and develop junior staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with tax software such as Alphatax.
• Commercial awareness, with the ability to make effective business decisions and manage key performance indicators.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary (£100,000, negotiable) plus bonus and benefits. A 35‑hour work week, hybrid working up to 50% and remote options may be considered.

Contact

Contact Name: Andy Shaw
Company: JAM Global Mobility Recruitment
Location: London, UK
Job Type: Associate Director (Permanent)