At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the trusts offering, manage client portfolios, and mentor junior colleagues.
- Company: Join a top tax advisory team with a collaborative culture in Leeds.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on professional development and networking.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a specialist role with growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: CTA status and strong leadership skills required; STEP certification is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 73000 £ per year.
Department: Tax Advisory
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds
Compensation: £63,000 - £73,000 / year
Overview
Our tax team is one of the largest and most experienced in the region, with nearly 70 talented tax professionals working collaboratively across our offices in Chesterfield, Sheffield, Cleckheaton, Leeds, and York. Led by our Head of Tax, and supported by a further six specialist Tax Partners, we bring together deep technical expertise, sector knowledge, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
This is a rare opportunity to take real ownership of the trusts offering within our tax team. You'll step in as the central point of expertise, shaping how we approach trust work across the business and establishing yourself as the go-to person for all things trusts. To start, you'll focus on building strong foundations - reviewing current processes, strengthening compliance frameworks, and ensuring we are set up for long-term success. From there, you'll have the freedom and support to grow the trusts capability, developing new opportunities, expanding our client offering, and embedding best practice across the wider team. This role can be based from any of our offices.
Role
We're seeking a Trusts specialist to work with a varied client base, manage a portfolio, build lasting client relationships, mentor junior colleagues, and collaborate with other service lines to deliver integrated solutions. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to practice development and build your external brand through networking, thought leadership and industry events. Your expertise will be valued, and from day one you'll have the freedom to challenge ideas, drive positive change, and take ownership.
Requirements
- You'll need CTA status with a specialism in Trusts.
- STEP certification would be advantageous.
- The ability to work operationally and strategically.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits
Salary circa £63,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
Discretionary performance related bonus
27 days annual leave, plus
Senior Tax Manager (Trusts) in Leeds employer: Job Search Place Limited
As a Senior Tax Manager (Trusts) at our Leeds office, you'll join one of the largest and most experienced tax teams in the region, where collaboration and innovation are at the heart of our work culture. We offer a supportive environment that encourages professional growth through mentorship and networking opportunities, alongside a competitive salary and generous benefits package, including 27 days of annual leave. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on client service, this role provides a unique chance to shape our trusts offering and make a meaningful impact within the firm.
