Job Description
Are you an experienced Private Client Tax professional ready to take the next step in your career? This exciting opportunity offers flexible working, company pension, and much more! Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Tunbridge Wells to recruit a Private Client Tax Manager. This is a fantastic chance to join a well-established and forward-thinking practice with an excellent reputation for delivering tailored tax advisory and compliance services to high-net-worth individuals and owner-managed businesses.
The firm is known for its supportive culture, strong client relationships, and commitment to technical excellence in Private Client Tax. As Private Client Tax Manager, you will play a key role in managing a varied portfolio of personal tax clients, overseeing compliance work, and delivering high-quality advisory services across areas such as Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax planning, and trusts. You will work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders, contributing to business development and mentoring junior team members within the tax department.
At Crowe Watson Recruitment, we specialise in connecting talented tax professionals with leading accountancy practices across Kent and the wider UK. We pride ourselves on offering a professional, consultative, and discreet service, ensuring the right fit for both candidates and firms. This Private Client Tax Manager role in Tunbridge Wells offers genuine scope for progression, a competitive salary, and the opportunity to build your profile within a respected Chartered Accountants practice.
You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a portfolio of Private Client Tax clients, including high-net-worth individuals and trusts
* Oversee the preparation and review of personal tax returns
* Provide advisory services on Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, and tax planning strategies
* Support business development initiatives and identify opportunities for additional services
* Mentor and develop junior members of the tax team
* Ensure compliance with current UK tax legislation and practice standards
Requirements
* CTA / ACA / ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience)
* Strong technical knowledge of UK Private Client Tax
* Must have a minimum of 4 years previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
* Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
* Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines