Corporate Tax Senior Manager

Corporate Tax Senior Manager – Johnston Carmichael Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers

Join our growing Edinburgh team to provide expert corporate tax advisory services to a diverse client base, helping businesses navigate complex tax challenges and achieve their strategic goals.

This role is at the heart of our business, offering the opportunity to work with a broad range of clients across multiple sectors. You will provide expert advice on corporate tax matters, guide businesses through complex challenges, and support clients in achieving their strategic goals.

• Deliver high‑quality corporate tax advisory services on projects such as business reorganisations, transactions, international tax issues, and group structuring.
• Manage and review corporate tax compliance work for a portfolio of clients, ensuring deadlines are met and standards remain high.
• Lead tax due diligence and advisory projects, supporting clients with clear and practical solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, becoming a trusted adviser and identifying opportunities to add value.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm—Corporate Finance, VAT/indirect taxes, Employment Taxes, and Transfer Pricing—to provide seamless support.
• Monitor tax legislation and keep clients and colleagues informed of relevant developments.
• Support the development of junior colleagues through coaching, training, and constructive feedback.

• Highly experienced tax professional, currently operating at Manager grade or above.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience in corporate tax advisory and compliance work.
• Confident leader able to manage complex projects while supporting team development.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence, build relationships, and provide clear advice.
• Professionally qualified (CA and/or CTA, or equivalent).
• Experience in line management, coaching, or mentoring within a tax advisory environment.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK permanently and without any restrictions. Visa sponsorship is not provided for this role.

Johnston Carmichael helps build success stories that change lives—whether for clients, communities, or our people. We work with clients across the UK and are an independent member of the Moore Global Network, providing a broad industry coverage. Our core values, culture, and investment in employee development create an environment where every voice is heard.

Benefits include hybrid/flexible working, an inclusive culture welcoming diverse backgrounds, and opportunities for professional growth through programmes such as JC Aspire and a Leadership Development Programme accredited by the University of Strathclyde.

At Johnston Carmichael we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace. A copy of this policy will be available on request. We also welcome applications from individuals who have had an extended time away from paid employment.