Crowe Watson Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in London to recruit for a Private Client Tax Associate Director. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded and dynamic team, offering a clear path for progression and the chance to work with a varied and prestigious client portfolio. The role offers flexible working, a strong company pension scheme, and a comprehensive benefits package.

The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the Private Client Tax team, overseeing complex advisory projects, managing client relationships, and supporting business development initiatives. You will work closely with Partners and Directors to deliver high-quality, strategic tax advice across a broad range of private client matters including trusts, estates, and high-net-worth individuals.

At Crowe Watson Recruitment, we pride ourselves on working closely with both clients and candidates to ensure the right fit. We are proud to partner with forward-thinking firms that value professional development and offer supportive, collaborative working environments. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates
• Providing high-level tax planning and advisory services
• Supporting Partners in business development and client relationship management
• Leading and mentoring junior members of the Private Client Tax team
• Reviewing complex tax computations and returns
• Keeping up to date with changes in tax legislation and HMRC guidelines

• CTA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong experience in private client tax advisory
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience
• Must have a minimum of 5 years previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• A commercial and strategic mindset