Corporate Tax Senior Manager

Corporate Tax Senior Manager

Location: London - West End

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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Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level
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Industry

* Business Consulting and Services

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Job Functions

* Consulting

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Skills

* Nonprofit Organizations
* Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
* Professional Services
* Construction
* Mentoring
* Owner-managed businesses
* Teamwork
* Leadership
* Structured

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