Corporate Tax Director - #2131045

Opportunities at Director level within a leading firm of Chartered Accountants are rare, and this Corporate Tax Director role in Leeds is a particularly significant one, sitting within a well-regarded and ambitious tax practice with the client base, the team, and the strategic vision to offer an outstanding platform for any senior corporate tax professional ready to operate at the very highest level of the profession, with flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer. As Corporate Tax Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the firm's corporate tax offering, leading a high-performing team, and overseeing a prestigious and complex client portfolio whilst working closely with partners to drive the continued growth of the practice.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is one of a very small number of specialist accountancy recruiters with the experience and professional credibility to handle a Director level appointment with the discretion and rigour it demands. The team has a deep understanding of the senior corporate tax market across the North of England, and for a career move of this magnitude, Crowe Watson is the partner you want alongside you.

What is the day-to-day of the role:

• Leading the delivery of complex corporate tax advisory and compliance services
• Advising on M&A, group restructuring, and strategic tax planning matters
• Driving business development activity and converting new client relationships
• Building and maintaining director-level relationships with key clients and stakeholders
• Leading, inspiring, and developing a high-performing corporate tax team

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified with an outstanding corporate tax background
• At least seven years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Proven track record at senior manager or director level in complex corporate tax advisory
• Exceptional technical knowledge across M&A, group structures, and international tax
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage at board and partner level
• A strong personal network and a proven business development track record

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Company pension
• A genuine platform to shape the strategic direction of the firm's tax offering
• The chance to work at the highest level of the profession

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note that Crowe Watson Recruitment is unable to assist with sponsorship applications; all candidates must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.