617 Tax Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Spencer Clarke Group are working alongside an incredibly successful, well-known, forward-thinking Top 15 firm.

They are looking for an experienced Corporate Tax Assistant Manager OR Corporate Tax Manager to join their incredibly rewarding team based in Manchester Central.

Within this role you will be part of a very successful Corporate Tax Team. You will be responsible for managing a diverse client portfolio, encompassing the delivery of both corporate tax compliance and advisory services.

This is both a challenging and interesting client facing role, which will include giving you exposure to a range of both UK and international clients.

Your role:

• Responsible for supervising, mentoring, and reviewing the work of junior team members.
• Responsible for the delivery of the tax compliance processes.
• Detailed technical research and responding to technical queries from both clients and other teams.
• Helping to identify and deliver advisory opportunities within the allocated Corporate Tax client portfolio.
• Advising on a range of technical areas such as complex capital allowances claims, R&D tax relief, transfer pricing, Substantial Shareholdings Exemption, Controlled Foreign Companies, Corporate Interest Restriction, Withholding Tax and Double Taxation Relief- this will be with the support of specialist colleagues when required.
• Support in stand-alone tax advisory projects, including structuring acquisitions and disposals, transaction support and due diligence.

Company benefits:

• A 35-hour working week with a hybrid working policy with the flexibility to work from home for up to three days per week (core hours are 10-4)
• Contributory pension scheme.
• 12.5% discretionary bonus scheme for Assistant Managers and 15% discretionary bonus for Managers.
• 25 days annual leave plus all statutory bank holidays.
• Life Assurance cover and great flexible benefits and family friendly policies,
• Eligibility for the firm's Profit-Sharing Plan. Paid in December (Circa 1000!)
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
• Working from home allowance.
• Excellent internal monitory referral scheme for colleague introductions.
• Salary DOE (and upon discussion)

This is an opportunity not to be missed!

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Corporate Tax Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experience Corporate Tax Manager who is CTA Certified with experienced gained in a Practice environment. The role will provide an exciting opportunity to manage the compliance affairs of a wide-ranging portfolio of corporate and personal clients and develop technical experience by supporting the Business Tax Team in providing advisory services on more complex tax matters such as incorporations, IT/CGT planning, reconstructions and demergers, share schemes and EIS/SEIS. The duties will include:

Fulltime – Hybrid 3 days office / 2 days home

Employment Details

Full time role – Monday to Friday (hybrid).

Remuneration will be dependent on experience.

The package will include:

• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%) subject to eligibility.
li>Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to 1 week’s salary. < i>Private Medical Insurance following completion of 3 months’ service (this is a taxable benefit). < i>Death In Service scheme cover (4x salary).
• Group Income Protection Scheme (non contributory) following completion of 3 months’ service.
< i>Annual Leave will be 25 days per annum (pro-rata), 3 days are normally taken at Christmas/New Year.

Carrying out tax work in accordance with the Firm’s procedures.

< i>Preparation of Corporate Tax Returns. Dealing with enquiries and assisting staff and Principals.
• Considering tax planning issues.
• Accepting responsibility for a portfolio of clients under the supervision of the Corporate Tax Principal.
• Maintaining a record of Corporation Tax Returns and ensuring all Returns are filed on time.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• CTA qualified (essential).
• Experience gained in practice.
• Ability to work on a portfolio of OMB’s, taking responsibility for compliance work and identifying tax planning opportunities.
< i>Understanding interaction with non-corporate taxes an advantage.
• Ability to communicate well with clients and colleagues.
• Good IT skills and a good technical ability.

Our client is a dynamic and forward-thinking firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional tax advisory services. They are seeking a skilled and motivated Corporate Tax Manager to join their growing Corporate and Business Tax team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior management and partners, providing bespoke tax advice to a diverse portfolio of clients and collaborating with in-house legal teams to implement solutions.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality tax advisory services, mentoring junior colleagues, and contributing to the firm’s continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual looking to advance their career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Title:     Corporate Tax Manager

Job Type:     Practice       

Location:     London (EC2A)

Salary:      £67,000 - £5,000   

Reference no:    15870

Corporate Tax Manager – Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus three additional days off at Christmas
li>Option to buy/sell additional holiday days
• Hybrid working model
• Life cover, critical illness cover, and income protection
• Wellbeing support
• Weddings & birth vouchers, loyalty awards, and referral bonuses (employee & client)
• Salary review every 6 months
• Community volunteer scheme and fundraising matching
• Perkbox membership
• Eye tests and cycle-to-work scheme

Corporate Tax Manager – About The Role

As a Corporate Tax Manager, you will take a leading role in delivering tax advisory services to a wide range of clients, including owner-managed businesses (OMBs) and large corporates. You will work closely with partners and junior team members, managing projects from initial engagement through to legal implementation. This role offers a balance of client-facing advisory work, technical analysis, and team development, with opportunities to contribute to business development and client acquisition.  Responsibilities will include:

Manage and deliver bespoke tax advice to clients, ensuring compliance with relevant tax legislation and regulations
• Lead and oversee corporate tax advisory projects, including structuring corporate transactions (e.g., s.110 reconstructions, statutory demergers, and share repurchases) and advising on tax reliefs
• Prepare and review technical tax analysis, written reports, and clearance letters for submission to HMRC
• Conduct tax due diligence projects, liaising with the wider tax team to deliver comprehensive reports covering corporation tax, PAYE, VAT, and other relevant taxes
• Advise on employee share incentives (e.g., EMI schemes) and prepare valuation reports for HMRC submissions
• Support compliance work, including reviewing complex corporation tax returns and providing technical tax support to audit teams
• Mentor and develop junior team members, providing guidance on technical and professional matters
• Collaborate with partners on client pitches and business development initiatives
• Maintain strong client relationships, building trust and delivering commercially focused advice

The successful Corporate Tax Manager will have:

• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CTA, or ATT
• Extensive post-qualification experience in corporate tax advisory and compliance
• Strong knowledge of UK tax legislation, including corporation tax, income tax, capital gains tax, VAT, and stamp duty/SDLT
• Experience in structuring corporate transactions and advising on tax-efficient solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex tax concepts clearly and concisely
• Advanced Excel and Word skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement
• Experience mentoring and developing junior team members
• A client-focused mindset with the ability to build rapport and trust

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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We are seeking a Corporate Tax Manager with a strong background in Tax Practice.

Client Details

Our client is a global leader with a network reaching across numerous countries renowned for their comprehensive, innovative solutions in tax, auditing, and consulting services. The firm is known for its commitment to quality and integrity, and has a reputation for delivering exceptional client service.

Description

• Manage and deliver corporate tax services for clients.
• Identify opportunities for new business and develop client relationships.
• Ensure the team is updated on current tax practices and changes in tax law.
• Work collaboratively with other teams within the firm to deliver a comprehensive service to clients.
• Represent the firm at networking events and industry conferences.

Profile

A successful Corporate Tax Manager should have:

• Proven experience in a similar role within the professional services industry.
• Extensive knowledge of corporate tax matters.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to provide excellent client service and manage business relationships effectively.
• Relevant qualifications in taxation or a related field.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary
• Flexible benefits package tailored to your needs.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the firm.
• Generous holiday leave policy.

If you are a talented and driven individual looking to take your career to the next level in a thriving, global firm, we encourage you to apply for the Corporate Tax Manager position in Reading

The Company
Able Bridge Recruitment are thrilled to be working with an independent accountancy practice, who are based in the Ayrshire region, in the recruitment of an accounts assistant.

Benefits include
Hybrid working with flexible start and finish times
Health Insurance
Life Assurance
Very generous holiday entitlement with the ability to buy and sell holiday days
Discounted shopping scheme with big high street brands

This vacancy, the result of forecasted growth will report into the head of department and will be office based for at least 3 days per week.

The Responsibilities
The purpose of this role is to work collaboratively with a portfolio of customers to ensure that their corporate tax liabilities are identified, communicated and actioned on their behalf.

On a day-to-day basis you can expect to be responsible for the following;
Manage a portfolio of clients to ensure that all Corporate Tax Returns and Computations are prepared and submitted to H M Revenue & Customs by the due dates.
Advising clients on their tax liabilities, together with due dates for payment.
Ensure time limits for claims and elections are met.
Recognising opportunities to mitigate tax liabilities and liaising with Partners and Directors to implement these opportunities with clients.
To manage the WIP on client portfolio, ensuring that all fees are raised and issued to the client on completion of work.
To ensure that time is managed effectively, with good recovery rates on each job whilst ensuring that time is charged to the client.
Meeting with prospective clients with regards to their tax affairs.

The Requirements
We are seeking a qualified ACCA/CTA professional accountant (or similar), who has a proven track record working as a corporate tax manager within an accountancy firm. We are seeking a solutions driven individual who has strong technical knowledge and experience of the UK tax system. This will be a client interfacing role so excellent communication skills in written and verbal form are essential. Our client prides itself on being exceptionally diligent and is considered to be a prestigious and progressive firm.

Our client does not hold a license to offer study support so will only consider applicants who are able to work unrestricted within the UK and who are based in the immediate vicinity.

If you are interested in hearing more detail about this role or would like to have a confidential chat about a potential career move, please do not hesitate in contacting me.

This is a Tax role, reporting to a Tax Principal. The role will provide an exciting opportunity to manage the compliance affairs of a wide-ranging portfolio of corporate and personal clients, and develop technical experience by supporting the Business Tax Team in providing advisory services on more complex tax matters such as incorporations, IT/CGT planning, reconstructions and demergers, share schemes and EIS/SEIS.

The duties will include:

• Carrying out tax work in accordance with established procedures.

• Preparation of Corporate Tax Returns. Dealing with enquiries and assisting staff and Principals.

• Considering tax planning issues.

• Accepting responsibility for a portfolio of clients under the supervision of the Corporate Tax Principal.

• Maintaining a record of Corporation Tax Returns and ensuring all Returns are filed on time.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have the following:

• CTA qualified (essential).

• Experience gained in practice.

• Ability to work on a portfolio of OMB's, taking responsibility for compliance work and identifying tax planning opportunities.

• Understanding interaction with non-corporate taxes an advantage.

• Ability to communicate well with clients and colleagues.

• Good IT skills and strong technical ability.

• Be a team player with good interpersonal skills and an ability to manage junior team members.

Employment Details

Full time role - Monday to Friday (hybrid).
Remuneration will be dependent on experience.

The package will include:

• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%) subject to eligibility.

• Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to 1 week's salary.

• Private Medical Insurance following completion of 3 month's service (taxable benefit).

• Death In Service scheme cover (4x salary).

• Group Income Protection Scheme (non-contributory) following completion of 3 month's service.

• Annual Leave will be 25 days per annum (pro-rata), with 3 days normally taken at Christmas/New Year.

Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Utilities / Infrastructure
Warwick, hybrid 2 days in office
c. 75,000 pa + bonus and excellent benefits package
Re: 10107

The Company

Our client is one of the UK's most high-profile and strategically important businesses, operating at scale across the utilities and infrastructure sector. With significant international operations and a central role in supporting critical national infrastructure, this is an organisation with reach, impact, and real momentum.

The Role

This newly created role is a fantastic opportunity to step into a complex, high-profile environment and take ownership of the Group's corporate tax agenda. You will be responsible for forecasting, compliance, reporting and advisory matters, while also partnering with senior stakeholders to provide clear, commercial tax advice that supports business decisions. The position also offers exposure to major projects across UK operations, acquisitions, and ongoing investment activity - giving you a real platform to influence and add value.

The Candidate

This is a great move for someone currently in-house looking to step up, or for practice-trained professionals ready to make their first move into industry. You will ideally be ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified with strong technical expertise in corporate tax compliance and reporting, but equally important will be your commercial mindset and ability to translate complex tax matters into pragmatic business solutions. A proactive approach, strong stakeholder skills, and the appetite to grow and take on new challenges will be key to thriving in this role.

How to Apply

If you're looking for a career-defining move into one of the UK's most respected and strategically critical businesses, where your work will have genuine impact across a high-growth, international group, then we'd love to hear from you. Please apply in confidence with your CV, including details of your current remuneration package, quoting job reference 10107.

We are looking for an experienced Corporate Tax Manager to join a team of tax specialists covering all aspects of UK taxation. This role will primarily focus on the preparation and review of tax disclosures for a portfolio of UK companies, both for consolidated IFRS group reporting and individual statutory accounts under UK GAAP.

The role offers hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the Warwick office, and flexibility to accommodate individual working patterns.

• Prepare forecast tax numbers for quarterly forecast reporting and long-term business planning.

• Ensure compliance with UK Tax Policy in relation to corporate taxes, including delivery of the Corporation Tax compliance programme to meet statutory filing, payment, and regulatory obligations.

• Conduct technical research on accounting standards and tax legislation, assessing current and future impacts on tax disclosures and identifying potential benefits.

• Manage relationships with auditors on corporate tax-related matters, and coordinate with external advisers as required.

• Maintain a strong working relationship with HMRC, defending positions when necessary and influencing the development of tax law and regulations.

• Respond to and manage direct tax audits, correspondence, and enquiries from HMRC.

• Act as a trusted advisor to the business, identifying early-stage tax issues and providing practical solutions.

• Uphold robust tax governance policies and processes to minimise tax risk.

• Drive process improvements, including compliance automation and the effective use of technology solutions.

• Provide advice, training, or presentations to colleagues and stakeholders as needed.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Qualified Tax Accountant with relevant post-qualification experience.

• Strong technical background in UK Corporation Tax with proven experience in tax accounting and reporting.

• Experience with consolidated tax accounting is advantageous.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build effective business partnerships across a large organisation.

• Interest in automation, AI, and analytical tools (e.g. Power BI, Alteryx).

• Base salary in the region of 75,000 (dependent on experience and capability).

• Performance-based bonus (target 15%, up to 30%).

• Competitive contributory pension scheme with double employer matching (up to 12%).

• Flexible benefits including share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, matched charity giving, and access to employee assistance programmes.

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth.

Ready to take your corporate tax career to the next level?
We're working with a well-established advisory firm seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to join their expanding Corporate and Business Tax team. This is a genuinely advisory-focused role where you'll work on high-value transactions and complex tax structuring for impressive clients.

Advisory-focused position - 80% of your time spent on strategic tax advisory work, not routine compliance
Direct partner interaction - Work closely with partners on client matters and business development
Client-facing opportunities - Build relationships and become a trusted advisor
Varied, complex work - From M&A transactions to employee share schemes and tax reliefs
Team development - Mentor junior colleagues and shape the next generation of tax professionals
High-calibre clients - Work with owner-managed businesses and large corporates

Strategic tax advisory work:

• Structuring corporate transactions including reconstructions, demergers, and share repurchases
• Managing full-scope tax due diligence projects across multiple tax heads
• Advising on employee share incentives and EMI schemes
• Preparing tax valuations and HMRC clearance applications
• Supporting EIS/SEIS advance assurance submissions

Client relationship management:

• Direct client communication throughout project life cycle
• Participating in new client pitches and business development
• Delivering bespoke tax advice from initial engagement through legal implementation
• Working with in-house solicitors to ensure optimal tax outcomes

Team leadership and development:

• Mentoring junior team members on technical and professional matters
• Reviewing work prepared by more junior staff before partner approval
• Supporting peers in their professional development

Essential qualifications:

• ACA/ACCA and CTA/ATT qualified
• Extensive post-qualification experience in corporate tax advisory
• Strong technical knowledge across corporation tax, income tax, CGT, VAT, and stamp duties

Key skills and experience:

• Corporate tax structuring and transaction advisory experience
• Client-facing confidence with excellent communication skills
• Team management and mentoring capabilities
• Advanced Excel and Word proficiency
• Strong project management abilities with budget and deadline awareness

Transaction advisory - M&A, reconstructions, demergers, share schemes
Tax reliefs - EIS/SEIS, R&D credits, other qualifying reliefs
Employee incentives - EMI schemes, valuation reports, HMRC submissions
Due diligence - Full-scope tax reviews across all tax heads
Compliance oversight - Complex corporation tax returns for groups and international clients

Competitive salary reflecting your experience and expertise
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Clear progression pathway with genuine opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive benefits package including pension and health-care
Professional development - continuous learning and qualification support
Collaborative culture - work with supportive partners and talented colleagues

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected firm where you can develop your advisory expertise, work on fascinating projects, and build lasting client relationships while progressing your career.

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