Tax Risk Management Associate Director – National (all offices)
As a Tax Risk Management Associate Director within our Tax Controversy and Risk (TCR) team, you will help our clients be proactive and improve the assurance over the performance of their tax operations. You will manage compliance obligations such as the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offence regimes while providing advisory work that helps clients develop efficient tax controls and processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of interesting and challenging client work, acting as a main point of contact and managing project delivery end‑to‑end.
- Use hands‑on experience across different aspects of tax, working with a variety of clients and projects.
- Guide clients through complex UK tax regimes, developing best‑in‑class controls and processes and responding to compliance requirements.
- Deliver client workshops and training sessions on tax risk management topics.
- Build and manage your own portfolio, supporting clients to meet relevant compliance obligations, including the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offence regimes.
- Support client proposals and pitches, using technical expertise to drive a competitive edge for the firm.
- Support Partners and Directors by implementing business plans and generating new business opportunities.
- Build a focused internal and external network, generating fee‑winning opportunities for your business area and the wider firm.
- Deliver cross‑lines‑of‑service training to raise awareness of the Tax Risk Management function across the firm.
- Manage the work and performance of junior team members, teaching and guiding them while investing in your own development.
- Act with integrity and in line with the firm’s values.
Qualifications
- ATT, CTA (or equivalent) qualification, or equivalent level of experience in a related field (at least six years).
- Experience managing a varied client portfolio.
- Demonstrable experience working in a tax or tax risk management team (in practice or industry).
- Strong knowledge of UK tax legislation and the tax governance landscape.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, translating complex technical detail into clear, accessible advice.
- Strong project management skills and the confidence to manage competing priorities.
- Ability to identify areas of risk, carry out effective review and refer upwards when necessary.
- Experience leading a project team, delegating, reviewing work and offering constructive feedback to junior colleagues.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and reward package.
- Tailored development programmes and access to coaching.
- Flexible bank holidays, allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to you.
- Benefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits.
- Access to shopping discounts, gym memberships and financial advice.
Flexible Working
We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, reduced hours and job shares to support a healthy work‑life balance.
