Corporate Tax Director

Taxation; Southampton; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier accountancy firm in Southampton is searching for an experienced Corporate Tax Director to lead their team. This role includes overseeing compliance, advising on complex tax issues, and fostering relationships with high-profile clients. The ideal candidate will have ACA/ACCA/CTA qualifications and significant expertise in UK corporate tax. This opportunity offers competitive salary and excellent benefits, making it a perfect fit for ambitious tax professionals looking to make a substantial impact.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Highly competitive salary

Qualifications

• Significant experience in corporate tax.
• Ability to inspire teams and manage client relationships.
• Strong technical expertise in tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the corporate tax team to ensure exceptional client service.
• Advise on high-level tax issues including M&A and restructuring.
• Design and implement strategic tax plans aligned with clients' goals.
• Oversee compliance and review corporate tax returns.
• Build long-term client relationships at senior level.
• Coach and mentor rising talent within the team.
• Stay updated with industry changes for cutting-edge solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Technical expertise in UK corporate tax

Commercial acumen

Education

ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified

Job description

Corporate Tax Director – Southampton

Salary: Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Are you a senior tax professional ready to take on a leadership role at a top-tier accountancy firm? Our client is seeking an ambitious Corporate Tax Director to lead their Southampton team and drive the growth of their corporate tax practice. This is a rare opportunity to work with a diverse and high-profile client portfolio, delivering expert advice on complex matters while shaping the future direction of the team.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and inspiring a talented corporate tax team, ensuring exceptional client service.
• Advising on high-level tax issues including M&A, restructuring, and international tax.
• Designing and implementing strategic tax plans that align with clients’ business goals.
• Overseeing compliance and reviewing corporate tax returns with precision.
• Building trusted, long-term client relationships at senior level.
• Coaching and mentoring rising talent, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.
• Staying ahead of industry changes to provide cutting-edge tax solutions.

What we’re looking for:

• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified with significant experience in corporate tax.
• A proven leader who can inspire teams and manage client relationships with ease.
• Strong technical expertise and commercial acumen in UK corporate tax.

Should you be based in Southampton or on the South Coast and be keen on a new Corporate Tax role then please do not hesitate to contact Will Langdon at Clark Wood – [e-mail] / 07920557121

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