Corporate Tax Senior Manager

A fantastic opportunity has emerged for an experienced Corporate Tax Senior Manager to join a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants based in Manchester. This is a genuinely exciting role for a driven tax professional who is looking to take the next step in their career within a forward-thinking and supportive practice environment. Our client offers an excellent package including flexible working, a company pension, a competitive salary in line with experience, and much more! Crowe Watson Recruitment, one of the UK’s most trusted specialist recruiters in accountancy practice, has been exclusively engaged to identify a talented Corporate Tax Senior Manager for this role. With an outstanding reputation for connecting ambitious professionals with leading firms across the UK, Crowe Watson brings a wealth of market knowledge and a commitment to finding the right fit for both candidate and client. As Corporate Tax Senior Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing and growing a varied portfolio of corporate clients, providing high-quality advisory and compliance services and contributing to the strategic direction of the tax department. This is a wonderful chance to join a firm that genuinely invests in its people, offering clear pathways to progression and a collaborative working culture. Based in Manchester, the firm has built a strong reputation across the region and beyond, working with a diverse client base ranging from owner-managed businesses to large corporate entities. You will be supported by an experienced team and will have the opportunity to mentor and develop junior members of staff, helping to shape the next generation of tax professionals. 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. Please note: Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Unfortunately, we are unable to assist candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Key Responsibilities • Managing a portfolio of corporate tax clients, overseeing compliance and advisory work to the highest standard • Providing technically sound corporate tax advice, including on complex transactions, restructuring, and planning matters • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact for key accounts • Supervising, supporting, and developing junior and mid-level tax staff within the team • Contributing to business development activity, including identifying opportunities to expand the firm's corporate tax offering Requirements • Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment • ACA, ACCA, or CTA qualified (or equivalent), with a strong background in corporate tax • Demonstrated ability to manage a varied client portfolio and deliver high-quality work to deadlines • Excellent communication and client management skills, with the ability to build lasting professional relationships • Experience in mentoring or supervising junior team members within a practice setting