Corporate Tax Associate Director

Corporate Tax Associate Director job in Cambridge. Clear, structured path to Director

Associate Director - Private Capital Corporate TaxCambridge Hybrid Competitive salary + bonus + comprehensive benefits
Ready to accelerate to Director? Hays are partnering with a top-tier advisory firm that supports privately owned and private equity-backed businesses through complex UK corporate tax compliance and high-impact advisory work. This is a career-defining Associate Director opportunity with a clear, structured pathway to Director, underpinned by real responsibility, market visibility and the chance to shape a high-growth practice.
Why this role?

Progression you can see: A transparent framework with defined milestones-lead client portfolios, win work, develop people-mapped to advancement to Director.Variety & velocity: Work across dynamic, entrepreneurial companies-growth, restructuring, transactions and succession planning-where your advice moves the needle.National network, specialist depth: Collaborate with VAT, employment taxes, innovation incentives and real estate specialists to deliver seamless solutions.Modern flexibility: Trust-based hybrid working, supportive culture, and the tools to balance life and leadership.
What you'll doOwn and grow portfolios of private capital clients, delivering high-quality advice across compliance and advisory projects.Lead from the front-scope and run engagements, delegate effectively, ensure robust technical quality and timely delivery.Be client-facing and commercial-run meetings, resolve queries with clarity and confidence, and originate opportunities.Develop talent-coach and stretch junior colleagues, build capability, and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.Drive business growth-prepare and deliver proposals, build market presence, and cross-sell wider solutions.
What you'll bringProfessional qualification (CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with post-qualification experience.Strong UK corporate tax technical and working knowledge of international concepts.Portfolio leadership-reviewing work, supervising teams, and managing multiple engagements.Business development mindset-comfort in proposals, networking and converting opportunities.Curiosity and candour-a practical, client-first approach, balancing rigour with relationship building.
Rewards & working styleCompetitive salary & bonus plus comprehensive benefits (pension, private medical, life assurance, flexible options).Personalised development-coaching, tailored learning paths, and opportunities to lead across a national practice.Hybrid flexibility-work where you deliver the best results; outcomes over hours.
ApplyIf you're ready to step into Associate Director with a clear route to Director, please apply online or send your CV to Cara Whyte at Hays. #