Corporate Tax Manager

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. Corporate Tax Manager – Benefits * 25 days annual leave plus three additional days off at Christmas * Option to buy/sell additional holiday days * Hybrid working model * Life cover, critical illness cover, and income protection * Wellbeing support * Wedding and birth vouchers, loyalty awards, and referral bonuses (employee and 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. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)