Private Client Tax Manager | Guildford, Surrey Hybrid / Flexible Working Available ✨ Start 2026 with a role that offers prestige, progression, and genuine advisory work ✨ As we move into 2026, many experienced private client tax professionals are looking for more than just another portfolio — they want interesting clients, high-quality advisory work, and a firm that genuinely invests in its people. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading accountancy and advisory firm in Guildford, working with a prestigious private client base across the South East and beyond. The role: As a Private Client Tax Manager, you’ll act as a trusted adviser to high-net-worth individuals, families, entrepreneurs, trustees, and family offices. This is a relationship-led, advisory-focused role with real autonomy and influence. You’ll manage a varied portfolio while playing a key role in mentoring junior staff and contributing to the wider growth of the private client team. What you’ll be doing: Delivering high-quality tax planning and advisory work across income tax, CGT, IHT, trusts, and estate planning Acting as the primary point of contact for your clients, building long-term, trusted relationships Reviewing self-assessment and trust tax returns, ensuring technical accuracy and quality Staying ahead of UK tax legislation and ensuring best-practice risk management Mentoring and developing junior team members in a supportive environment Assisting with business development, proposals, and identifying advisory opportunities within your client base Who this suits: CTA and/or ACA / STEP qualified (or equivalent) Strong experience in private client tax within UK practice Solid technical knowledge of personal tax, trusts, IHT, CGT, and ideally residency and domicile Confident managing a portfolio and leading client relationships independently A collaborative professional who enjoys both technical work and people leadership Why this role stands out: Hybrid & flexible working to suit your lifestyle Clear progression toward Senior Manager and beyond Prestigious and complex client base — no “vanilla” work Ongoing learning, development, and technical exposure ❤️ Strong focus on wellbeing, balance, and long-term career satisfaction Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package ✨ Make 2026 the year your private client career really levels up. Interested or open to a confidential conversation? Let’s talk. For further information, please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood : david@clark-wood.co.uk ☎️ 01173 291058 | 07538 908463 If this role isn’t quite right, still get in touch — we’re recruiting across the tax market and would be happy to discuss alternative opportunities. Referral bonus : Refer a friend or colleague and receive a minimum of £500 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role. ✨ Make your next move a rewarding one — there’s no better time than now. This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. CWDE