Tax Director - Financial Services Tax in Leeds

Tax Director - Financial Services Tax in Leeds

Leeds Full-Time 80000 - 120000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Taxation

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead complex international tax projects and build strong client relationships.
  • Company: Global professional services firm known for empowering careers and fostering innovation.
  • Benefits: Career growth, flexible working, and access to top learning programmes.
  • Other info: Collaborative culture that values diversity and supports your wellbeing.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on high-profile projects that make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Experienced tax professional with leadership skills and strong technical expertise.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 120000 Β£ per year.

Your new company

Our client is a global, market-leading professional services organisation known for delivering sustainable growth and empowering its people to build meaningful careers. You will have the opportunity to be part of a globally connected network, working alongside diverse teams to deliver high-quality client outcomes while advancing your own career. Within its tax practice, the firm fosters a collaborative and high-performing environment where innovation, technical excellence and continuous development are prioritised. The Financial Services team advises on complex, high-profile, multi-country projects across Banking, Insurance and Wealth & Asset Management.

Your new role

As a Tax Director within the Financial Services team, you will take on a senior leadership position, delivering complex international tax advisory projects to a wide-ranging client base, from growing inbound businesses to large multinational organisations.

  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships through exceptional service delivery
  • Leading the end-to-end delivery of tax projects, ensuring both technical excellence and a commercially focused approach
  • Identifying and driving new business opportunities, contributing to proposals and leveraging insights from previous engagements
  • Developing and strengthening internal and external networks to support business growth
  • Coaching, mentoring and developing junior team members through delegation and on-the-job training

This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful, high-value assignments within a dynamic and supportive environment.

What you'll need to succeed

  • You will be an experienced tax professional with a strong technical background and proven leadership capability, ideally within Financial Services.
  • A client-focused approach with strong commercial awareness
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills across a range of stakeholders
  • A proactive, flexible attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated experience in leading teams and developing junior staff
  • Strong technical expertise in international tax, including reviewing and advisory work
  • A relevant professional qualification such as ATT, ACA, CA or CTA (or equivalent knowledge, e.g. a legal qualification)
  • Experience working with clients in Banking, Insurance or Wealth & Asset Management

What you'll get in return

In return, you will join a globally connected organisation that is committed to your professional growth and success.

  • Exposure to high-profile, international projects with leading clients
  • A collaborative and inclusive culture that values diversity and innovation
  • Access to industry-leading learning and development programmes
  • Clear opportunities for career progression and leadership development
  • A flexible working environment designed to support your performance and wellbeing

This is an opportunity to further your career in a forward-thinking organisation while contributing to impactful work across the financial services sector.

Tax Director - Financial Services Tax in Leeds employer: Taxation

Taxation is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture in the heart of Cheltenham. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer tailored growth opportunities and continuous training to enhance your advisory skills, particularly within the dynamic agricultural sector. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values innovation and excellence while managing a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients.

Taxation

Contact Details:

Taxation Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Tax Director - Financial Services Tax in Leeds

International Tax Expertise
Client Relationship Management
Leadership Skills
Commercial Awareness
Written Communication Skills
Verbal Communication Skills
Team Development