Associate Director of Tax

Associate Director of Tax
Taunton Full-time £70,000 £90,000 + Bonus + 30 Days Holiday
We re working with an established and highly respected professional services firm to help them find an Associate Director of Tax – someone who s confident providing strategic tax advice and building trusted client relationships at a senior level.
This is a key role within the business, suited to someone with in-depth UK tax experience who s looking to step into a leadership position, contribute to high-value planning work, and continue developing in a people-first culture.
What the role involves
You\’ll be working closely with the Managing Director and senior colleagues to deliver clear, practical advice to a diverse client base. Your focus will be on UK tax matters across:

• Capital gains
• Estate and inheritance tax
• Property and remuneration planning
• Business restructures and succession planning

You ll also:

• Lead on complex advisory work and HMRC interactions
• Collaborate across departments to align tax advice with wider business strategies
• Spot planning opportunities, identify risk, and support with audits or investigations
• Act as a key point of contact for internal teams and clients on all things tax
• Support the growth of the tax advisory function in a collaborative, values-led environment

What we re looking for
This role would suit someone with:

• A professional qualification (CTA, ATT, ACA, ACCA)
• Strong UK tax knowledge – both compliance and planning
• Experience working with owner-managed businesses or private clients
• A proactive, detail-led approach and confidence managing multiple projects
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

What s on offer

• £70,000 £90,000 depending on experience
• Generous annual bonus scheme
• 30 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Study support – including paid time to study during working hours
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
• Sick pay and contributory pension
• Referral commission for introductions to the business
• A values-driven culture with a clear path to grow

If you\’re looking to take the next step in your tax career and want to be part of a business that genuinely values people, we\’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr