Private Client Tax Manager

Looking for a role that offers flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more? Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Durham as they seek an experienced Private Client Tax Manager to join their growing tax team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of private clients, including high net worth individuals, trusts, and partnerships, while playing an active role in developing junior team members and supporting the firm's continued growth.

This well-established and highly regarded practice offers a supportive and progressive working environment where technical excellence and personal development go hand in hand. With a genuine focus on career progression, this is an ideal role for someone looking to build a long-term future within UK practice.

What is the day-to-day of the role:

• Manage a varied portfolio of private clients, ensuring compliance and advisory work is delivered to a high standard
• Provide tax planning advice on income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax matters
• Review tax returns prepared by junior members of the team and provide constructive feedback
• Liaise directly with clients, HMRC, and other professional advisers
• Support business development activities and help identify opportunities for additional client services

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience
• Previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Strong technical knowledge of private client tax matters
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
• Proven ability to manage and develop junior staff

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Strong company pension
• Genuine focus on career progression
• Supportive and progressive working environment

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.