Corporate Tax Manager – Owner-Managed Businesses

Location: Scotland (Flexible, Multiple Offices)

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established, independent professional services firm with a strong presence across the UK. They provide specialist tax, advisory, and financial services to a broad client base, including owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals. Their team of experienced professionals collaborates across disciplines to deliver tailored solutions, supporting clients through various stages of their business journey.

Role Summary

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Manager to join the Owner-Managed Business (OMB) Tax team. This role places you at the heart of advising business owners and their families, ensuring tax-efficient strategies for business operations, restructures, and succession planning. You will work on complex tax matters, provide advisory support on transactions, and play a key role in client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert tax advisory services on business reorganizations, exits, Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs), Members’ Voluntary Liquidations (MVLs), and succession planning.
• Lead tax due diligence projects, providing in-depth analysis and insights.
• Manage a select corporate tax compliance portfolio, reviewing junior colleagues’ work to ensure high-quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional advisory services.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Corporate Finance, VAT, Innovation Taxes, and Wealth Advisory, to provide integrated client solutions.
• Stay updated on evolving tax legislation and communicate its impact to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior team members through coaching and structured feedback.

Requirements

Essential:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate tax, ideally within an advisory-focused role.
• Strong technical knowledge of owner-managed business tax matters, including restructuring and transaction support.
• Excellent client relationship management skills with a proactive approach to business development.
• A collaborative team player with the ability to lead projects and mentor junior staff.
• Professional qualifications: CTA or CA.

Desirable:

• Prior experience in a mid-tier or specialist tax advisory firm.
• Background in line management and coaching in a professional services setting.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary up to £75,000, depending on experience.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and regional office options.
• A stable and growing client base with diverse and challenging tax projects.
• Opportunities for professional growth, supported by structured learning and leadership development programs.
• Access to a well-connected and knowledgeable team across multiple disciplines, fostering career progression.
• Funding for professional development, including further tax qualifications.