Tax Specialist - Crypto Assets

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental tax authority is seeking a Tax Specialist in Crypto Assets based in Manchester. The role involves leading tax risk analysis and designing compliance solutions. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and strong analytical skills. The position offers a salary of £56,344 to £62,590, with flexible and hybrid working options, alongside generous leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Flexible working policies

Generous leave

Pension contributions of at least 28.97%

Qualifications

• Completion of relevant qualifications in tax or accounting.
• Strong analytical skills to identify tax risks in Crypto assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis of tax risks related to Crypto Assets.
• Design compliance strategies tailored to the Crypto environment.
• Provide expert tax advice on crypto-related issues.

Skills

Strong analytical abilities

Excellent communication

Leadership in complex environments

Education

Chartered Accountant (ICAEW, ICAS, CAI, ACCA)

HMRC Tax Specialist Programme or predecessors

Qualified solicitor or barrister with tax experience

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Tax Specialist - Crypto Assets, Manchester

Client: HMRC

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 22.08.2025

Expiry Date: 06.10.2025

Job Description:

HM Revenue and Customs is looking for a Tax Specialist in Crypto Assets based in Manchester. The role involves leading the identification of emerging tax risks within Crypto assets and designing compliance solutions using HMRC's Promote, Prevent, Respond framework. The position offers opportunities to influence strategy, shape initiatives, and contribute to international efforts in this rapidly evolving field.

The successful candidate will represent the sector in various forums, lead discussions, and may be required to travel.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading analysis of tax risks related to Crypto Assets such as trading, investment, mining, staking, and DeFi.
• Anticipating emerging behaviors, business models, and technologies that could pose risks.
• Designing and implementing compliance strategies tailored to the Crypto environment.
• Embedding solutions across HMRC to promote compliance and respond to tax risks.
• Providing expert advice on crypto-related tax issues.
• Collaborating with operational, legal, policy, and intelligence teams.
• Contributing to internal capability development through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Supporting broader compliance objectives within the Wealthy segment.

Applicants must have completed at least one of the following qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (ICAEW, ICAS, CAI, ACCA)
• HMRC Tax Specialist Programme or predecessors
• Qualified solicitor or barrister with tax experience

Essential skills include strong analytical abilities, excellent communication, and leadership in complex environments.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary ranges from £56,344 to £62,590 (London: £63,397 to £70,422). Higher starting pay may be offered based on experience.

HMRC offers flexible and hybrid working policies, generous leave, and pension contributions of at least 28.97% of salary.