Private Tax Manager

Job Title: Private Tax Manager
Location: Stanmore, UK
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview

I am partnering with a highly reputable and well-established accountancy firm based in Stanmore that is seeking a talented and experienced Private Tax Manager to join their growing team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a private client tax professional to step into a leadership role within a firm known for its quality of service, supportive culture, and impressive client portfolio.

The Role

The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and trusts, providing both compliance and advisory services. This is a client-facing role that requires strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and the ability to nurture client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a portfolio of private clients with a focus on personal tax compliance and planning.

• Review and sign off on self-assessment tax returns.

• Provide strategic tax planning advice across income tax, CGT, IHT, and trust matters.

• Handle HMRC correspondence and resolve enquiries or investigations.

• Mentor and supervise junior members of the tax team.

• Contribute to internal technical training and business development efforts.

Candidate Profile

• CTA / ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).

• Strong experience in private client/personal tax within a UK accountancy practice.

• Confident in managing a portfolio and delivering advisory work.

• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.

• Detail-oriented, technically strong, and commercially minded.

Why Join This Firm?

• Strong reputation with a long-standing client base.

• Clear path for career development.

• Flexible/hybrid working available.

• Engaged and collaborative leadership team.

• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.