Head of Corporate Tax London

Company: UHY Hacker Young
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Location: London
Job Description:

Purpose of the role

As a Corporate Tax Partner, you will lead our London-based Corporate Tax team, providing strategic direction, technical expertise, and exceptional client service. You will be responsible for managing complex tax compliance and advisory projects, developing new business, and mentoring senior staff. You will work closely with other partners and stakeholders to drive growth and innovation in our tax practice.

Skills/Qualifications

  • Provide strategic leadership to the Corporate Tax team, setting clear direction and upholding the highest standards of technical excellence.
  • Oversee the delivery of complex corporate tax compliance and advisory services across a diverse and sophisticated client portfolio.
  • Advise on intricate tax matters, including corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and international tax considerations.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted and valued advisor.
  • Lead business development initiatives by identifying growth opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and converting prospects into long-term engagements.
  • Collaborate closely with Partners and cross-functional teams to deliver integrated and holistic client solutions.
  • Represent the firm at industry events, professional networks, and thought leadership forums to enhance market presence.
  • Mentor and develop senior tax professionals, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture.
  • Monitor legislative developments and HMRC updates, ensuring the team remains at the forefront of technical knowledge.
  • Contribute to the firm’s overall growth and profitability through proactive client engagement and informed market insight.

Person Specification

  • Demonstrable track record of advising on complex corporate tax matters, including international tax, transfer pricing, and M&A structuring.
  • Experience leveraging tax technology platforms and data analytics tools to enhance the efficiency and quality of client service delivery.
  • Proven ability to build and sustain long-term client relationships across a diverse range of industries.
  • Strong commercial acumen, with a consistent ability to identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities.
  • Extensive experience leading client pitches and proposal processes, particularly for large corporates and multinational organisations.
  • Track record of mentoring and developing junior team members, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and work effectively with colleagues across service lines, including Audit and Advisory.
  • Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g. ICAEW, CIOT), demonstrating commitment to professional standards.
  • Proven capability to navigate cultural differences and operate effectively within global teams and across international client bases.

Core Benefits

  • 36 days holiday (including bank holidays & Compulsory Christmas shutdown counted as part of holiday entitlement)
  • The ability to ‘purchase’ extra days leave in salary sacrifice
  • Private medical insurance (Assistant Manager and above)
  • Private dental cover at discount
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Season ticket loan (for travel)
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay
  • Pension Scheme arrangements
  • Employee discount platform – UHY Plus
  • Cycle to work scheme

We are committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion, or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.

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Posted: May 27th, 2026