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Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Tax to lead our tax department, with a particular focus on corporation tax, transactional support, and advisory services. This is a senior leadership role within the firm, responsible for driving technical excellence, client service, and commercial growth across our tax offering.

Your new role

Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy

Lead and develop the tax team, fostering a high-performance culture.
Shape and implement the firm’s tax strategy in alignment with overall business goals.
Represent the tax function at leadership meetings and contribute to firm-wide decision-making.
Technical Expertise

Provide expert advice on complex corporation tax matters, including compliance, planning, and structuring.
Lead on M&A transactions, due diligence, and tax structuring for corporate deals.
Deliver high-level tax advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients, including SMEs, large corporates, and international groups.
Client Engagement

Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, acting as a trusted advisor.
Identify opportunities for tax planning and value-added services.
Oversee the delivery of high-quality, timely, and commercially focused tax advice.
Business Development

Drive the growth of the tax practice through networking, marketing, and proposal development.
Collaborate with other service lines (e.g., audit, corporate finance) to offer integrated solutions.
Risk & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all relevant tax legislation and regulatory requirements.
Maintain robust internal controls and quality assurance processes.

What you'll need to succeed

Key Requirements:
Qualifications:

ACA/ACCA and/or CTA qualified (or equivalent).
Additional qualifications in corporate finance or international tax are advantageous.
Experience:

Minimum 10 years’ experience in a tax leadership role within a professional services firm.
Proven track record in corporation tax, transactional tax, and advisory.
Experience managing and mentoring high-performing teams.
Skills:

Strong technical knowledge and commercial acumen.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strategic thinker with the ability to influence at senior levels.
Business development mindset with a client-first approach.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
Flexible working arrangements
Clear progression path to Partner level
Supportive and collaborative culture
Ongoing professional development and training

What you'll get in return

Market-leading salary

Hybrid working

pension

Bonus

What you need to do now

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