At a Glance
- Tasks: Support complex tax disputes and investigations, working with legal professionals.
- Company: A growing tax advisory firm specialising in tax disputes.
- Benefits: Flexible remote work, exposure to high-profile cases, and varied workload.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth in a specialist area.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in a niche field with real impact on tax investigations.
- Qualifications: 2-5 years of practice tax experience and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Your new company
A highly specialist and growing tax advisory firm focused exclusively on tax disputes and investigations is seeking to expand its team. Due to increasing demand and a strong pipeline of work, the firm is currently turning away engagements and is keen to appoint an additional consultant to support across a broad range of complex cases. The business operates in a niche space, working closely with legal professionals and barristers on high-profile and technically challenging matters.
Your new role
You will work as part of a specialist disputes and investigations team, supporting a variety of contentious tax matters. This is a varied role offering exposure to complex, high-stakes work early in your career.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting on HMRC enquiries and investigations, including COP9 and fraud-related cases
- Undertaking detailed fact-finding and technical research
- Preparing comprehensive reports and case files for barristers
- Assisting with tribunal cases and dispute resolution processes
- Collaborating with legal teams and external stakeholders on case preparation
The role offers a high degree of autonomy, with flexible and largely remote working. Travel to London will be required when cases demand.
What you'll need to succeed
- A background in practice tax (typically 2-5 years' experience)
- Strong analytical and investigative skills
- Excellent written communication, with the ability to produce clear and detailed reports
- A proactive and self-motivated approach to work
- An interest in disputes, investigations, and contentious tax matters
- Prior investigations experience is not essential, but a genuine interest in this area is key.
What you'll get in return
- Exposure to high-quality, complex disputes work early in your career
- Flexible working environment with remote options
- A varied workload with peaks and troughs - busier periods balanced by quieter times (e.g. reduced hours during court recess periods)
- The opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists in a niche and growing field
This role may not suit everyone due to its fluctuating workload and specialist nature, but it offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in tax investigations and disputes.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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Hays Accountancy and Finance Recruitment Team
