Private Client Tax Director - Ipswich ( £75,000 - £90,000 ) A leading accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Tax Director to join its growing team in Ipswich. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished tax professional with extensive experience in private client tax advisory and compliance. The successful candidate will lead on complex client matters, oversee a significant portfolio, drive business development initiatives, and play a key role in mentoring senior team members while contributing to the continued growth and success of the firm. Role Responsibilities
Lead and manage a portfolio of high-value private client relationships, delivering exceptional client service. Provide strategic advice on complex personal tax planning and compliance matters. Oversee the delivery of complex compliance and advisory assignments, ensuring quality and risk management standards are met. Identify and develop opportunities for business growth, fee generation, and cross-service collaboration. Build and maintain strong external networks to generate new business opportunities. Support and mentor managers and senior team members, promoting professional development and high performance. Drive operational improvements, innovation, and efficiency initiatives across the department. Contribute to departmental strategy, resource planning, and future growth initiatives. Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timelines and budgets. Lead on client relationship management, including resolving complex issues and maintaining long-term partnerships. Support recruitment activities and workforce planning within the tax team. Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.
Personal Requirements
CTA, ACA, ACCA, CA, ATT qualified or qualified by experience. Extensive experience within private client tax gained in an accountancy practice environment. Strong technical expertise across personal tax compliance and advisory work. Proven experience managing large client portfolios and leading senior teams. Strong commercial awareness with experience driving business development and revenue growth. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and make informed strategic decisions. Passion for mentoring and developing others. Strong organisational skills with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
Benefits
Competitive salary package. Hybrid and flexible working options. Generous holiday allowance. Pension scheme. Professional development and progression opportunities. Health and wellbeing support initiatives. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Access to a broad and varied client portfolio.
If you are an experienced Private Client Tax professional looking for a strategic leadership role within a forward-thinking and growing firm, apply now. Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr