Corporate tax professional

Responsibilities

• Work with the tax director to lead and develop a team of ten corporate tax professionals.
• Manage the day‑to‑day working of the team, including talent development and recruitment.
• Undertake tax advisory projects with close collaboration with FTVG and tax partners and directors, including advising on the operation of the creative sector tax reliefs, and supporting our clients with tax planning and structuring of productions.
• Oversee the delivery of corporate tax compliance and reporting engagements with responsibility for the tax relationship with key clients.
• Keep abreast of tax changes impacting our clients and provide tax technical leadership within the team.
• Deal with HMRC on enquiry responses and collaborate with the team on policy initiatives.
• Assist with business development, identifying opportunities and pitching to clients.

• Professional qualification ACA/CTA (or equivalent) with significant UK corporate tax experience.
• Experience in professional practice or equivalent in‑house experience; creative sector experience not required.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, strong technical capability, and enthusiasm.
• Leadership and team‑working ability, commercial mindset, and clear perception of client requirements.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

We are seeking an experienced corporate tax professional with a background in professional practice or equivalent in‑house experience. Previous sector experience (including experience of creative sector tax credits) is not a requirement. An interest in our clients, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous professional development is needed.

The Saffery Film, Television, and Video Games (FTVG) team is a market leader in the sector. Our clients include all the major Hollywood studios, major streaming networks and many independent film, television and video game studios headquartered in the UK and overseas. We also work with many other businesses ancillary to production, such as film financiers, visual effects and post‑production houses and other service providers.

Due to significant growth, we are looking for an ambitious and driven senior manager to join our team in London. The role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting clients in the sector, helping them to navigate a complex tax landscape and fully benefit from the tax incentives available. You'll play a key role in delivering tax services to our clients and will help develop and shape the tax team.

There is scope to make a real impact and progress quickly within this growing team.

Saffery LLP is an adviser to individuals and businesses across a range of sectors, providing market‑leading accountancy, audit, business advisory, tax and VAT services. Founded in 1855, we are the UK's 15th largest accountancy firm. When you work with us, you work with people who know your name, not just a job title. We are committed to our clients and our people, with an inclusive culture ensuring everyone belongs.

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