Head of Tax - London & Birmingham

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Location: London or Birmingham

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Salary: £150,000 - £250,000 + benefits

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Ref: 62499

Corporate Tax Advisory Leader\n

We are working with a dynamic and fast‑growing professional services firm seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Advisory leader to strengthen and shape its tax offering in either London or Birmingham. This is a key strategic hire at Partner level, offering the opportunity to take on a highly visible, market‑facing leadership role.

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With a well‑established national footprint and a diverse client base spanning owner‑managed businesses, large corporates, and a strong presence in the sports and entertainment sectors, the firm is now looking to enhance its advisory capability and leadership depth within Corporate Tax.

The Role\n

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• Act as a market‑facing Corporate Tax specialist, building and deepening client relationships
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• Lead the development of the firm's Corporate Tax advisory offering
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• Drive growth across key areas including international tax, M&A, and sector‑specific advisory (particularly entertainment)
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• Support the transition of the team from a compliance‑focused model to a more advisory‑led approach
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• Collaborate with senior leadership to build out service lines and future strategy
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• Mentor and develop a growing team, fostering capability and a high‑performance culture
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• Contribute to business development and origination, both regionally and nationally
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The Team\n

Current Corporate Tax team includes Managers, newly qualified professionals, and junior staff. Advisory capability currently sits with a small number of specialists, presenting a significant growth opportunity.

The Candidate\n

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• Strong Corporate Tax advisory experience (firm background flexible)
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• A commercial, client‑focused mindset with the ability to operate as a visible market leader
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• Broad technical expertise across corporate tax, with exposure to areas such as international tax, deals/M&A, and owner‑managed businesses
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• A passion for developing teams and building capability
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• Proven ability to build relationships and win work
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• The gravitas and leadership skills required to operate at a senior level within a growing firm
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Opportunity\n

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly influential role within a firm that is actively investing in its Corporate Tax capability. You will play a central role in shaping the future direction of the offering, working with an ambitious leadership team and engaging with high‑quality, complex client work.

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For a confidential conversation about this opportunity, please contact Graham at [email protected]

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