US UK Private Client Tax Assistant Manager

Ambition; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Collaborative culture

Professional development

Job summary

Ambition in London is seeking a US/UK Dual Tax Assistant Manager to join its Private Client team. You will prepare and review US and UK tax returns for individuals with cross-border profiles, advising on planning and structuring for income, estate, and gift tax purposes.

The role offers exposure to international clients, opportunities for advancement, and a supportive environment with flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in US and UK personal tax compliance and advisory.
• Strong understanding of cross-border tax issues including FATCA, PFICs, and foreign trust reporting.
• Professional qualifications preferred: EA/ATT/CTA/CPA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review US and UK tax returns for individuals with complex cross-border profiles.
• Advise clients on pre-arrival planning, treaty interpretation, and structuring for income, estate, and gift tax purposes.
• Support senior team members on advisory projects involving trust taxation, domicile/residence planning, and expatriation.
• Liaise with internal teams and external advisors to deliver coordinated tax solutions.
• Assist in managing client relationships and responding to technical queries.
• Stay up to date with changes in US and UK tax legislation affecting international individuals.

Skills

Cross-border tax issues

US/UK personal tax

Client communication

Education

EA/ATT/CTA/CPA or equivalent

Job description

US/UK Tax Assistant Manager

A well established yet growing US dedicated tax practice is seeking a US/UK Dual Tax Assistant Manager to join its growing Private Client team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional with dual jurisdiction experience to work with high-net-worth individuals, international families, and globally mobile clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review US and UK tax returns for individuals with complex cross-border profiles.
• Advise clients on pre-arrival planning, treaty interpretation, and structuring for income, estate, and gift tax purposes.
• Support senior team members on advisory projects involving trust taxation, domicile/residence planning, and expatriation.
• Liaise with internal teams and external advisors to deliver coordinated tax solutions.
• Assist in managing client relationships and responding to technical queries.
• Stay up to date with changes in US and UK tax legislation affecting international individuals.

Your Profile:

• Experience in US and UK personal tax compliance and advisory, ideally gained within a professional services firm.
• Strong understanding of cross-border tax issues, including FATCA, PFICs, and foreign trust reporting.
• EA, ATT, CTA, CPA, or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to develop technical expertise.

What’s on Offer:

• Exposure to high-profile international clients and complex cross-border tax matters.
• Supportive team environment with strong emphasis on professional development.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing international practice.
• Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative culture.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated tax professional to deepen their expertise in US/UK tax and contribute to a thriving private client team.