Senior Manager-Corporate Tax

Corporate Tax Manager - Major Accountancy Firm

Location: Manchester
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

About the Role

Our client, a leading international accountancy firm, is seeking a highly skilled Corporate Tax Manager to join their prestigious Manchester office. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from FTSE 100 companies to emerging growth businesses across multiple sectors and jurisdictions. You will be at the forefront of complex tax advisory work, handling sophisticated transactions and providing strategic tax planning for some of the UK's most prominent organisations.

Key Responsibilities



Complex Tax Advisory & Compliance

• Lead corporation tax compliance for a diverse portfolio including multinational corporations, listed companies, and complex group structures
• Provide high-level strategic tax advice on mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and corporate finance transactions
• Manage complex cross-border tax issues including transfer pricing, permanent establishment, and international tax planning
• Advise on corporate tax implications of commercial arrangements and business models
• Handle sophisticated tax computations including derivative contracts, loan relationships, and complex group relief scenarios

Client Portfolio Management

• Manage relationships with blue-chip clients across sectors including financial services, technology, manufacturing, retail, and energy
• Lead client meetings and presentations at board and C-suite level
• Coordinate with international tax teams on multinational client matters
• Provide real-time tax advice on urgent commercial transactions and time-sensitive opportunities
• Develop tax strategies aligned with clients' business objectives and risk appetite

Technical Leadership & Innovation

• Stay at the cutting edge of tax legislation and policy developments
• Contribute to thought leadership publications and technical guidance
• Represent the firm at professional conferences and client seminars
• Participate in technical committees and working groups with professional bodies
• Drive innovation in tax technology and digital transformation initiatives

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor teams of tax professionals on complex engagements
• Provide technical training and development to junior staff
• Supervise and review work across multiple client portfolios
• Contribute to recruitment and talent development initiatives
• Foster collaborative working relationships across service lines

Business Development

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing client relationships
• Support proposal preparation and client pitches for major tax projects
• Build and maintain networks within the professional community
• Represent the firm at industry events and networking functions

Essential Requirements



Qualifications & Experience

• ACA, ACCA, or CTA qualification with significant post-qualification experience
• Minimum 6-8 years of corporate tax experience in a top-tier practice environment
• Proven track record of managing complex, high-value client relationships
• Experience with international tax matters and cross-border transactions
• Strong knowledge of UK and international tax legislation
• Experience with large corporate clients and group structures