Tax Director

Streets; Northampton; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

25 days leave

Employee benefits

Life assurance

EAP access

Job summary

Streets is seeking a senior tax leader to drive the tax strategy and advisory services from our Northampton office. You will oversee client relationships, provide strategic tax advice, and lead a team of tax professionals in delivering compliant, innovative tax solutions.

The role requires extensive UK tax knowledge, a track record in advisory and compliance, and the ability to grow the practice through strong leadership and business development.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing client relationships and delivering high-quality tax advisory services.
• Strong business development skills and ability to identify new opportunities.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring of junior staff within a tax team.
• Clear, persuasive communication and ability to explain complex tax issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the tax advisory and compliance practice with strategic direction.
• Develop and implement innovative tax strategies to optimise client positions.
• Advise on tax planning, compliance, M&A, international tax, and transfer pricing.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor and drive growth.
• Lead a team of tax professionals, providing guidance and development.

Skills

Client relationships

Business development

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Education

CTA or ACA qualified

ADIT desirable

Job description

Streets is a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice with over 33 offices across the UK and growing. We combine the expertise of a national firm with the collaborative, people-first culture of a close-knit practice. Our team supports an impressive variety of clients, from entrepreneurial start-ups to established companies, charities, and family businesses.

Role Overview

As the leading figure in our Tax department in Northampton, you will play a critical role in shaping and driving our tax strategy. You will be responsible for providing high-quality tax advisory services, managing client relationships, and leading a team of tax professionals. This position requires a deep understanding of UK tax law, extensive experience in tax advisory and compliance, and the ability to deliver strategic tax solutions to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and grow the tax advisory and compliance practice, providing strategic direction and ensuring the delivery of high-quality tax services.
• Develop and implement innovative tax strategies and solutions to optimise tax positions for our clients.
• Advise clients on a wide range of tax issues, including tax planning, compliance, M&A, international tax, and transfer pricing.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities for business development and growth.
• Opportunity to lead a team of tax professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to foster professional development.
• Ensure compliance with UK tax laws and regulations, keeping abreast of changes in tax legislation and advising clients on the implications.
• Collaborate with other departments within the firm to deliver comprehensive and integrated services to clients.

Key Skills And Competencies

• Proven track record of successfully managing client relationships and delivering high-quality tax advisory services.
• Strong business development skills with a demonstrated ability to identify and capitalise on new business opportunities.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a commitment to developing and mentoring junior staff.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-specialists.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic and commercial mindset

Qualifications & Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in tax advisory roles, with a significant portion spent in a senior leadership capacity.
• Extensive experience working within a professional services firm or a large tax department.
• CTA or ACA CTA qualified. ADIT is desirable but not essential.
• In-depth knowledge of UK tax legislation, with experience in advising on complex tax issues.

Personal Qualities We Are Looking For

• Ability to build and sustain lasting client relationships, earning trust through professional expertise, personal service, and genuine care.
• Strategic mindset, continuously moving forward by challenging the norm and identifying smarter, more efficient ways to deliver value to clients.
• Strong sense of accountability, owning decisions and outcomes while setting high standards for self and team.
• Inclusive leadership style that fosters collaboration, encourages knowledge-sharing, and supports colleagues across teams and locations.
• Commitment to supporting growth, both by nurturing the development of junior team members and by pursuing their own professional growth.
• Proactive approach to managing complex workloads, with the ability to balance priorities, anticipate challenges, and deliver results under pressure.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to translate financial insights into clear, actionable advice for clients and stakeholders.
• Resilient and adaptable under change, maintaining a positive outlook and guiding others through challenges.
• Client-focused outlook, acting as a true partner and extension of the client’s team, invested in their success and long-term goals.

What We Offer You

• The opportunity to be part of a collaborative and progressive team.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Access to private healthcare
• Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.
• Life assurance.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

As a top 40 UK firm of Chartered Accountants, we go beyond the numbers—partnering with businesses, corporate clients, charities, and individuals to drive success. Whether supporting growing enterprises or guiding nonprofits, we provide expert financial insight with a personal touch.