Location
London
Industry sector
Accounting, Finance
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
28/05/2026
Closing date
28/06/2026
Tax Manager - Share Schemes | Top 40 Firm | London
Are you an experienced tax professional with a proven track record in owner-managed business (OMB) advisory and compliance? Do you possess a deep understanding of share schemes alongside a broad mixed tax awareness? If you are looking for a role that combines high-level technical work, people leadership, and client relationship management within a modern, purpose-driven environment, this could be the perfect next step for your career.
About the Firm
This Top 40 Firm is a leading accountancy and advisory business supporting a diverse client base, from entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals to ambitious owner-managed businesses and multinational groups. As a proud, certified B Corp, the firm balances profit with impact, reflecting a deep commitment to sustainability, transparency, and responsible governance. Operating from a prime London location, they offer an innovative, people-first workplace where careers are fully supported through clear development pathways and progression frameworks.
As a Tax Manager - Share Schemes you will:
Take ownership of delivering high-quality tax compliance and advisory services to a portfolio of owner-managed business clients, with a dedicated focus on share schemes (both compliance and advisory).
Lead the scoping of advisory work, preparing fee estimates, drafting clearances and technical memoranda, and actively managing WIP, job budgets, and recovery rates.
Act as the primary day-to-day point of contact for clients, proactively spotting opportunities to market share schemes and awards to both existing and new clients.
Oversee, coach, and delegate work to trainees and seniors, performing technical reviews of their compliance and advisory output prior to Director or Partner sign-off.
As the successful candidate you will:
Hold an ACA, ATT, or CTA qualification (or possess equivalent relevant experience) coupled with significant experience reviewing and delivering complex OMB tax work.
Demonstrate a proven track record in dealing with and understanding share schemes, ideally complemented by a broader mixed tax background or awareness.
Possess experience acting as a primary client contact and the commercial acumen required to manage multiple client engagements, budgets, and deadlines concurrently.
Display strong leadership capabilities, with a proactive approach to motivating junior team members and the confidence to operate with high levels of autonomy.
What You+rsquo;ll Receive:
Private Medical Insurance (PMI) including mental health cover and 24/7 GP access
Hybrid working
Health Cash Plan
Electric Vehicle Scheme including roadside support and servicing
Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
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