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A leading accountancy practice in Torquay is seeking an experienced Tax Director with a strong specialism in private client tax to take a senior leadership role within its established tax team. This is a high-level opportunity for a private client tax specialist to lead complex advisory work for high-net-worth individuals, trusts, landed estates and family-owned businesses. You’ll play a key role in shaping private client strategy, managing senior client relationships and supporting the development of the wider tax team, while working closely with Partners on technical and strategic matters.
Job Responsibility:
Leading complex private client tax advisory work, including IHT, CGT and succession planning
Acting as a trusted adviser to high-net-worth individuals and family groups
Overseeing private client tax compliance at a strategic level
Supporting and leading discussions on estate planning and long-term tax strategy
Working closely with Partners on high-value and sensitive client matters
Providing technical leadership and mentoring Senior Managers and Managers
Contributing to the growth and development of the private client tax service line
Supporting business development and strengthening long-term client relationships
Requirements:
CTA qualified (or equivalent)
Extensive experience in private client tax within a UK accountancy practice
Strong technical knowledge across IHT, CGT and income tax
Confident managing senior and complex client relationships
Enjoy advisory-led work and long-term planning
Commercially aware and comfortable operating at Director level
Motivated to lead, mentor and influence a specialist tax team
What we offer:
Hybrid and flexible working
Director-level role with real influence
Exposure to complex, advisory-led private client work
Ongoing CPD and technical development
Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
Long-term career opportunity within public practice