Your new company

You will be joining a highly respected independent accountancy and advisory firm with a strong reputation for supporting entrepreneurial, high‑growth businesses. Known for its collaborative culture, partner‑led service and commitment to delivering exceptional client experiences, the firm continues to expand its specialist tax capability. With a growing presence in the private equity and transactions market, this is an exciting opportunity to take a senior role within an ambitious and forward‑thinking organisation.

Your new role

• Lead tax advisory projects across the private equity lifecycle, including structuring, due diligence, management incentivisation and post‑deal planning.
• Advise both private equity funds and their portfolio companies on UK corporate and shareholder tax matters.
• Build and grow long‑term relationships with key clients, investors and intermediaries.
• Collaborate closely with the corporate finance and broader advisory teams to deliver seamless, integrated solutions.
• Take a leading role in business development, identifying opportunities and contributing to the growth of the private equity tax offering.
• Mentor and support junior team members, helping to build internal capability in this specialist area.

What you'll need to succeed

• Significant experience advising private equity clients or working on tax aspects of M&A and transactions.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK corporate tax, shareholder tax and deal‑related tax issues.
• Proven ability to lead complex advisory projects and deliver commercially focused solutions.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders, investors and management teams.
• A commercial mindset with a strong interest in business development and market engagement.
• CTA, ACA or equivalent professional qualification is highly desirable.

What you'll get in return

• A senior leadership role with the autonomy to shape and grow the private equity tax offering.
• Competitive salary, benefits package and performance‑related incentives.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support your work–life balance.
• Clear progression opportunities in a firm that values ambition, expertise and innovation.
• The chance to work closely with high‑growth, entrepreneurial clients and leading dealmakers.
• A supportive culture with strong partner involvement and genuine investment in your development.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this Private Equity Tax Lead opportunity, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Justin Hopkins on 0161 237 3388 to discuss it in more detail.

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