Direct Tax Specialist

Direct Tax Specialist – HM Revenue & Customs

Join HM Revenue & Customs as a Direct Tax Specialist. This role focuses on sophisticated and highly sensitive direct tax affairs across a range of dynamic customer sectors, involving both investigations and expert advice.

We are committed to simplifying tax payments for individuals and organisations while preventing fraud and evasion. This position offers a clear career pathway, development opportunities, and a supportive workplace that values integrity, professionalism, and public service.

This range is provided by HM Revenue & Customs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Candidate information session for this vacancy will be held on Wednesday 14th January m.

• Investigate direct tax risk, tackling tax evasion and non‑compliance in large and complex cases involving small businesses and individuals.
• Conduct investigations into taxpayers’ records, performing analysis to identify evidence of non‑compliance and address irregularities with the taxpayer in line with tax legislation.
• Provide technical and specialist support across a range of projects in both National & Technical Compliance (N&TC) and Campaigns & Projects (C&P) areas.
• Act as an escalation point for technical queries from junior compliance caseworkers and collaborate with teams that specialise in various tax regimes.
• Analyse data sources to produce robust recommendations and identify technical risks that impact the wider business.
• Adapt to business priorities, delivering support within a dynamic, fast‑moving environment.

You must hold one or more of the following:

• Chartered Tax Adviser – CIOT
• A Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies (CCAB) membership qualification, including:
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants of England & Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland (ICAS)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants Ireland (ICAI)
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
• Post Graduate full legal qualification – in taxation matters
• For previous or existing HMRC employees: TSP or predecessor qualification (TPDP, IDP, ITS2, CPT FT2) – eligibility requires completion of the appropriate course to reach a G7 level or above in a tax professional role.

• Substantial and demonstrable knowledge of Direct Tax compliance principles and regulations.
• Recent demonstrable compliance experience working on complex Direct Tax issues.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex Direct Tax issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build positive working relationships.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with industry trends and best practices.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Government Administration and Government Relations Services

At HMRC, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.