Personal Tax Manager

Job Description

NXTGEN is thrilled to be partnering with a progressive and highly regarded accountancy practice in Ipswich to recruit a Personal Tax Manager. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Manager ready to take the next step in their career to make a tangible impact in a forward‑thinking firm.

The practice prides itself on delivering high‑quality personalised service to its clients and this role offers the chance to shape and lead a Personal Tax team in a way that reflects your professional values and ethics. You’ll have the autonomy to take ownership of an existing client portfolio, develop and mentor your team, and influence how services are delivered all while benefiting from the support, guidance and shared resources of an established team across the firm.

This is the ideal combination of independence and collaboration, giving you the freedom to make meaningful changes without starting from scratch. The firm fosters a culture that values personal growth, innovation and professional development, celebrating success while encouraging team members to take on increasing responsibility.

• Manage and develop a team of Personal Tax professionals promoting a collaborative, high‑performing culture
• Take ownership of an existing client portfolio while identifying opportunities to grow the business
• Review and prepare complex personal tax returns for high‑net‑worth individuals, partnerships and directors
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to clients
• Mentor and support junior staff ensuring high‑quality outputs and compliance with deadlines
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices to leverage expertise and deliver exceptional client service

• ACA, ATT or CTA qualified, or equivalent experience in a personal tax role
• Proven experience managing and developing a team
• Strong client‑management skills with the ability to build long‑term relationships
• Experience advising high‑net‑worth clients on personal tax investments and trusts
• Confident using multiple tax software platforms and Microsoft Excel
• Ambitious, proactive and ethical with a desire to shape both a team and a service offering

If you’re looking for a role where you can combine autonomy with support, shape a team that reflects your values and take personal responsibility for client service and growth, this is a rare and exciting opportunity.

Salary dependent on experience.