Tax Disputes and Resolutions Director

MAZARS LLP; Moor Side; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international professional services firm is seeking a Tax Disputes and Resolutions Director. The successful candidate will manage client relationships and deliver high-quality tax resolution services, collaborating with colleagues and mentoring junior staff. This role requires ACA/ACCA/CTA qualifications, senior management experience, and excellent communication skills. Opportunities for professional growth are provided within an inclusive and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified at ACA/ACCA/CTA level.
• Experience at a senior manager level or higher.
• Excellent communication skills and familiarity in liaising with HMRC.
• Experience in client handling and busy team management.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to network.

Responsibilities

• Leading the national team and developing client relationships.
• Delivering high-quality Tax Dispute Resolution services.
• Collaborating with colleagues to adhere to quality standards.
• Engaging in external business development activities.
• Mentoring junior staff and supporting their development.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Client handling

Team management

Networking

Education

ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Forvis Mazars is an engine for rapid and consistent career progression, offering individually designed career paths that help you pursue your interests, match your changing needs, and explore your true potential. We work with diverse, prestigious clients across a range of sectors and geographies, giving you the opportunity to constantly update and grow your skills for lifelong professional development. At Forvis Mazars, we're agile enough to embrace change and deliver impact. Nothing is set in stone, and our people can truly influence the direction of the firm. We are constantly brainstorming ideas to improve our work and enhance the solutions we offer, giving you a significant say in how your role and team operate.

Currently, we are expanding our specialist tax teams and seeking to recruit a Tax Disputes and Resolutions Director into our national team. This role involves working with businesses, individuals, and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to resolve tax disputes and enquiries. The successful candidate will combine technical expertise with experience to achieve successful outcomes in interactions with HMRC. Key responsibilities include:

1. Leading in the national team and developing relationships with a portfolio of clients, acting as the main point of contact.
2. Delivering high-quality Tax Dispute Resolution services to clients, collaborating with colleagues and other service lines.
3. Working closely with colleagues to deliver solutions while adhering to Forvis Mazars' quality standards.
4. Engaging in external business development activities and internal networking with partners.
5. Mentoring junior staff and supporting their development.

Qualifications and experience required:

• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or equivalent.
• Experience at a senior manager level or higher.
• Excellent communication skills and familiarity in liaising with HMRC.
• Experience in client handling and managing a busy team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to network internally and externally.

About Forvis Mazars:

We are a leading international professional services firm delivering audit, accounting, tax, financial advisory, outsourcing, and consulting services. Our diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team fosters a sense of connection and belonging. We encourage ownership of your career, involvement, and the expression of your ideas. We celebrate individuality and thrive on teamwork, supporting each other to deliver quality, create change, and reach full potential. Inclusivity is central to our culture—please contact us for accommodations during the recruitment process to support your application.