Indirect Tax Director

Role Overview
Our client is seeking an accomplished Tax Director to play a key leadership role within their tax practice. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to senior business leaders, oversee a substantial and varied client portfolio, and drive the development and delivery of sophisticated tax advisory and compliance services.
This is a pivotal hire for an individual who combines deep technical expertise with strong commercial instincts and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Technical Delivery

* Lead the delivery of high‑quality tax advisory and compliance work to a diverse portfolio of significant clients.
* Provide expert insight on complex tax matters, including structuring, planning, and strategic decision-making.
* Ensure all client outputs are of exceptional quality, technically robust, and commercially relevant.
* Build strong, trusted, and long‑lasting client relationships at senior levels.
Business Development & Market Presence

* Identify and convert new business opportunities, contributing to the overall growth strategy of the tax practice.
* Build an influential network of internal and external contacts, enhancing the firm's market presence.
* Drive cross‑functional collaboration to ensure clients benefit from integrated solutions across the firm's service lines.
Team Leadership & Development

* Lead, mentor, and develop teams of tax professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
* Provide clear direction and support to managers and senior managers, helping them expand their technical and commercial capabilities.
* Champion innovation and encourage fresh perspectives to complex challenges.
Operational & Commercial Oversight

* Manage large, complex, and multi‑disciplinary tax projects through to successful completion.
* Take responsibility for portfolio profitability and resourcing, ensuring high standards of client service.
* Contribute to the strategic planning and operational improvement of the wider tax practice.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical credibility, exemplary leadership skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders with confidence and clarity.

Key Requirements:

* Extensive, up‑to‑date knowledge of taxation, with experience handling complex and high‑profile issues.
* A proven record of managing significant and diverse client portfolios.
* Demonstrable success in originating and developing new business opportunities.
* Strong leadership and people development skills, with experience managing multi-level teams.
* Experience working with senior client stakeholders, including boards and C‑suite.
* CTA and/or ACA qualified (or equivalent).
* Significant post-qualification experience within a complex or international tax environment.

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