Full job descriptionJob Title: Personal Tax Assistant Manager
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits
Job Type: Full Time
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Personal Tax Assistant Manager to join a fast-paced and dynamic tax team in Birmingham, working with high-profile clients across the entertainment sector. This role offers exposure to complex and interesting tax matters, alongside collaboration with international teams and senior leadership.
Designed as a progression opportunity towards Manager level, the position is ideal for an ambitious tax professional looking to build technical expertise, increase client exposure and take on greater responsibility within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
*Manage a portfolio of clients, overseeing UK tax compliance with support from senior team members
*Prepare and review UK tax returns, identifying issues and ensuring accuracy
*Support senior colleagues on more complex tax compliance and advisory matters
*Assist in supervising junior staff, reviewing straightforward work and monitoring deadlines
*Manage workflow effectively across a varied client portfolio
*Prepare advisory work for individuals and assist on planning projects
*Develop strong client relationships and respond to client queries professionally
*Liaise with internal departments and international teams where required
*Research technical tax matters and contribute to problem-solving on client work
*Participate in internal training and support wider team development initiatives
Candidate Profile
*Strong experience within personal tax compliance, with some review exposure
*CTA qualified or nearing completion would be advantageous, but not essential
*Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members
*Exposure to international tax matters, residency issues or double tax treaties would be beneficial
*Strong communication and organisational skills
*Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
*High attention to detail and commitment to quality
*Ambitious and motivated to progress towards Manager level
The Opportunity
This Personal Tax Assistant Manager role in Birmingham offers a salary of £40,000 - £50,000 plus benefits, flexible working, study support and genuine long-term progression opportunities within a collaborative and supportive team environment.