This is a great opportunity for a strong Senior to step into a role with real long-term potential. Our client has created this vacancy as part of their wider succession planning, so there’s a clear path for development and progression. You’ll be joining an established and supportive team, with the chance to take on real responsibility from day one. They’re ideally looking for someone with experience across both Personal and Corporate Tax, but there’s flexibility. If your background is more focused on Personal Tax, the role can be shaped to suit. It’s a rare chance to move into a role where the structure can flex around you, not the other way round. Job Title: Tax Senior Job Type: Permanent Location: Guildford Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 Reference no: 15853 Tax Senior – Benefits * 25 days core holiday allowance * Hybrid and flexible working to fit around your personal life * Study support for ATT, CTA, STEP etc. * On-site parking * Unparalleled career development opportunities Tax Senior – About The Role As a key part of the tax team, you’ll be working across a broad portfolio, with exposure to Personal Tax, Corporate Tax, and Trusts & Estates. You’ll be given the autonomy to manage your own clients, while still having the support of an experienced team around you. Client relationships are central to this role. The firm values long-term partnerships and prides itself on delivering a high standard of service. You’ll work closely with the Tax Directors and play an active part in mentoring junior team members. This is a firm that trusts its people. There’s no micromanagement here. You’ll be encouraged to take ownership of your work, challenge the status quo, and continue to develop both technically and professionally. Key responsibilities: * Manage a portfolio of clients across Personal Tax, Corporate Tax, and Trusts & Estates * Prepare and review tax returns, ensuring deadlines and compliance standards are met * Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and act as a trusted advisor * Support and mentor junior team members, helping with their development and training * Work closely with Tax Directors on technical matters and planning opportunities The successful Tax Senior will have: * A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice * Experience in either Personal or Corporate Tax (mixed tax experience preferred) * ATT and/or CTA qualified, or PQ with the ambition to finish the qualifications * Strong communication skills and confidence in client-facing work * A proactive mindset and genuine drive to develop * Full right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications, we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £250 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)