Tax Risk Management AD - National

Grant Thornton UK; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK is seeking a Tax Risk Management Associate Director for a national role across all offices. You will oversee tax risk management, improve governance, and guide clients through complex UK tax regimes while managing multi‑client portfolios.

The role supports flexible working and development opportunities, with a focus on delivering high‑quality tax risk services and leading cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Qualified ATT/CTA (or equivalent) or six years’ relevant experience.
• Experience managing a varied client portfolio in tax or risk management.
• Demonstrable experience in a tax or tax risk management team (practice or industry).
• Strong knowledge of UK tax legislation and the tax governance landscape.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of client work and manage delivery end‑to‑end.
• Hands‑on experience across different tax aspects for diverse clients.
• Guide clients through UK tax regimes and develop best‑in‑class controls and processes.
• Deliver client workshops and training on tax risk management topics.
• Build and manage your portfolio and support compliance obligations including SAO and Corporate Criminal Offence regimes.
• Support on client proposals and pitches to drive competitive edge for the firm.
• Support Partners and Directors by implementing business plans and generating new opportunities.
• Build internal and external networks to generate fee‑winning opportunities.
• Deliver cross‑lines of service training to raise awareness of Tax Risk Management across the firm.
• Manage the work and performance of junior team members and mentor colleagues.

Skills

ATT/CTA qualification

Portfolio management

Tax risk management experience

UK tax legislation knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Project management

Risk identification and review

Leadership of project teams

Job description

Alternatively, Grant Thornton

At Grant Thornton we do things differently – looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. We provide audit, tax and advisory services, empowering clients through strategic insight, curiosity and genuine partnership. We also empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work‑life balance. A true alternative.

With over 5 000 people in the UK and a presence in 150 global markets, we are on an ambitious journey from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. This is an opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like and what you want from your career.

Job Description

Tax Risk Management Associate Director – National (all offices)

Every day our teams help businesses and individuals do what is right and achieve their goals. In a world of increasingly complex tax legislation, tax risk management and governance is on the agenda of a wide range of stakeholders – from government to boards of directors. Our clients need to understand how the evolving tax governance landscape impacts their business, and they need advisers who will help them get ahead of it.

As a Tax Risk Management Associate Director within our Tax Controversy and Risk (TCR) team you will help clients be proactive, improve and provide assurance over the performance of their tax operations – minimising risk both financially and reputationally. Your work will span compliance obligations such as the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offence regimes, as well as advisory work helping clients develop efficient tax controls and processes.

We support flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, helping you balance work and life.

A Look into the Role

• Take ownership of interesting and challenging client work, acting as the main point of contact and managing project delivery end-to-end.
• Have hands‑on experience across different aspects of tax, working with a variety of clients and projects.
• Guide clients through complex UK tax regimes – from developing best‑in‑class controls and processes to responding to compliance requirements and informing their risk management.
• Deliver client workshops and training sessions on tax risk management topics.
• Build and manage your own portfolio, supporting clients to meet relevant compliance obligations including the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offence regimes.
• Support on client proposals and pitches, using your technical expertise and specialism to drive a competitive edge for the firm.
• Support Partners and Directors by implementing business plans and generating new business opportunities.
• Build a focused internal and external network, generating fee‑winning opportunities for your business area and the wider firm.
• Deliver cross‑lines of service training to raise awareness of the Tax Risk Management function across the firm.
• Manage the work and performance of junior team members, teaching and guiding them while investing in your own development.
• Act with integrity and in line with our organisational values.

Knowing You’re Right for Us

We have a flexible approach to requirements and will consider these alongside your strengths and motivations. It would be great if you have some of the following, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box – we’ll help you develop along the way.

• ATT, CTA (or equivalent) qualification, or an equivalent level of experience in a related field (at least six years).
• Experience managing a varied client portfolio.
• Demonstrable experience working in a tax or tax risk management team (in practice or in industry).
• Strong knowledge of UK tax legislation and the tax governance landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical detail into clear, accessible advice for non‑tax professionals.
• Strong project management skills and the confidence to manage a number of competing priorities simultaneously.
• The ability to identify areas of risk, carry out effective review and know when to refer upwards.
• Experience leading a project team, delegating, reviewing work and offering constructive feedback to junior colleagues.

Knowing We’re Right for You

The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart. We are known for an inclusive culture and creating environments where all our people can flourish. The things that set you apart we value, and this helps us all perform at our best.

Our values shape our daily behaviours and decisions, alongside our drive to do the right thing. We’re looking for people who align with our values and are purposefully driven, actively curious, candid but kind. You can learn more about our values in practice here.

In addition to a competitive salary and reward package, you will also receive:

• Tailored development programmes and access to coaching
• Flexible bank holidays – allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to you
• Benefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits
• Other benefits such as shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial advice

And more. Visit our benefits section to read more.

How We Work

We have a trust‑based way of working, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our framework gives flexibility in where, how and when we work to deliver the best results for our clients, while helping you keep a balance between work and life. Life is more than work – the things you do and the people you’re with outside of work matter, which is why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. That is how it should be.

We’re looking for people who can help drive the business forward, who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves – it’s how it should be.