Tax Assistant Manager / Manager - Private Client
Location: Cambridgeshire
A growing professional services firm is seeking a Tax Assistant Manager or Tax Manager to join their expanding private client team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong compliance and advisory experience, particularly in trusts and personal taxation, to work on a varied and interesting portfolio of clients.
Key Responsibilities:
*Managing compliance and advisory work for private clients, including trusts, high net worth individuals, and family offices
*Preparing and reviewing personal tax returns, trust returns, and IHT filings
*Advising on Capital Gains Tax, including UK property gains
*Conducting Statutory Residence Test reviews for non-resident clients
*Working closely with partners on advisory projects and client queries
*Ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality standards
*Explaining complex tax matters to clients clearly and effectively

Candidate Profile:
*ATT qualified (or equivalent) with CTA or QBE either completed or in progress
*Experience with personal tax compliance and advisory work; trust experience preferred
*Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
*Self-motivated, able to work independently or as part of a team
*Confident in client-facing situations, with clear communication skills
*Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Package & Benefits:
*Competitive salary in line with experience and qualifications
*Generous annual leave: 25 days + bank holidays (20 days if studying, with additional days for service)
*Paid professional subscriptions and study leave
*Tax-efficient pension scheme
*Health and wellbeing benefits, including counselling, legal advice, Health Shield cash plan, flu vaccinations, and income protection
*Flexible working encouraged
*Enhanced maternity and sick pay policies
*Opportunities for CPD, training, and career progression
*Team social events, fundraising, and inter-office activities

This role is ideal for a tax professional looking to deepen their experience in private client tax, particularly trusts, and to progress within a supportive, expanding team.