Corporation Tax Director

  • Glu Recruit LTD
  • Leeds, Yorkshire
  • Oct 10, 2025
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Ref: 72 - JH

Role: Corporation Tax Director

Location: Leeds/Hertford

Salary: £100,000 - £130,000 DOE

Hours: Monday - Friday

We are working with a forward-thinking and growing firm of Chartered Accountants. We are seeking an experienced Corporation Tax Director to join the team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of tax planning scenarios for owner-managed businesses, including reorganisations, succession planning, share schemes, R&D, and other bespoke projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Expertise & Compliance Oversight:

Serve as a senior technical lead for the corporate tax compliance team, offering guidance on complex tax issues and ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery across all engagements.

• Tax Advisory Projects:

Lead and contribute to a broad range of advisory projects, including corporate restructures, group tax planning, transactions, international tax matters, and R&D claims.

• Business Development:

Actively engage in business development by networking, attending industry events, preparing proposals, and identifying new opportunities - both independently and alongside other service lines.

• Leadership & Mentoring:

Support and nurture the development of a growing team through mentoring, coaching, and sharing technical expertise in corporation tax. Promote a culture of learning and collaboration across the department.

• Client Relationship Management:

Develop and maintain strong client relationships by delivering timely, high-quality advice, anticipating client needs, and providing proactive communication throughout engagements.

• Team & Project Management:

Oversee multiple client projects simultaneously, managing priorities and coordinating team efforts to meet deadlines and uphold quality standards.

• Collaboration & Innovation:

Work closely with partners, directors, and other service lines to deliver integrated, client-focused solutions. Encourage innovation and fresh thinking to tackle complex tax challenges effectively.

• External Networking:

Build and maintain a strong external network, keeping abreast of market trends and promoting the firm's broader service offering.

Experience & Qualifications

  • Must be CTA qualified
  • At least 10 years' experience in tax advisory or corporation tax, with proven expertise across a broad range of cases.
  • Strong technical ability combined with excellent communication and client-facing skills.
  • Demonstrable experience of delivering advisory services in a commercial environment.
  • Strong management skills

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