Corporate Tax Senior Manager
Location: London – West End
Salary: £95,000 – £120,000 + bonus (target c.£110k base depending on experience)
The Firm
We are working with a highly regarded independent accountancy firm based in the West End of London.
- Single office, partnership-led structure
- Proudly independent with no private equity backing
- Long-established, with a stable and exceptionally loyal client base
- Strong reputation within the SME and family business market
The firm operates very much as a true partnership, with a collaborative, non-corporate culture and a long-term approach to both clients and staff.
Client Base & Work
The firm focuses on small to mid-sized businesses, with many clients:
- Owned by multi-generational families (often 3rd/4th generation)
- Referred through an extensive network and long-standing relationships
- Requiring complex, relationship-led advisory support
Key sectors include:
- Property investment and development
- Construction and civil engineering
- Architecture and real estate-related businesses
- Professional partnerships
- Not-for-profit organisations
The firm also has a private client team, with the corporate tax team working closely alongside them to advise on owner-managed businesses and group structures.
The Role
This is a key strategic hire within the firm’s corporate tax team, reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Tax (Partner).
- Broad mix of corporate tax compliance and advisory work
- Significant exposure to owner-managed and family-owned businesses
- Close collaboration with Partners and other service lines
- Opportunity to take a client-facing, relationship-led role
This is not a heavily managerial position initially, but the successful candidate will:
- Gradually take on leadership responsibilities
- Play a role in shaping the future of the tax function
- Be involved in firm-wide strategic decisions over time
Succession Opportunity
This role is a clear succession hire, offering:
- Direct mentorship from the current Head of Corporate Tax
- A structured pathway to take over leadership of the function
- Long-term opportunity to become a key decision-maker within the firm
Candidate Profile
We are looking for an individual who is:
- CTA qualified (or equivalent)
- Currently operating at Manager or Senior Manager level
- Experienced in corporate tax within a professional services environment
- Comfortable working with SME / owner-managed businesses
Key Attributes:
- Strong technical grounding across corporate tax
- Commercial awareness and client relationship skills
- Ability to build trust with long-standing clients
- Interest in a long-term career path towards leadership / Partner
Why Join?
- Clear succession path to Partner-level leadership
- Work within a close-knit, highly respected independent firm
- Exposure to high-quality, relationship-driven client work
- Opportunity to be part of a firm that prides itself on longevity, independence and strong culture
Next Steps
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch to learn more.
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