Description
A fantastic opportunity has arisen with a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants based in Portsmouth, and Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be their trusted recruitment partner in the search for a talented Corporate Tax Associate Director. This is a genuinely exciting role for an experienced tax professional looking to take the next step in their career, and the firm offers a supportive and progressive environment where your ambitions will be matched. Benefits include flexible working, a competitive company pension, and much more, making this an opportunity well worth exploring for the right candidate.
Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking firm with a strong reputation across the South of England. The Corporate Tax team is a key part of their wider advisory offering, and this role sits at the heart of that function. As Associate Director, you will work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in delivering high-quality corporate tax advice to a varied and interesting client portfolio spanning owner-managed businesses, large corporates, and everything in between.
Crowe Watson Recruitment is one of the UK's leading specialist recruiters within the accountancy practice sector, with a proven track record of connecting exceptional talent with outstanding firms. We understand the market deeply and are committed to supporting both clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process with integrity, expertise, and a personal touch. Whether you are actively looking or simply open to a conversation, we encourage you to get in touch.
Responsibilities:
Managing and developing a portfolio of corporate tax clients, delivering technically excellent advice across a broad range of tax matters
Leading on corporate tax compliance and advisory projects from start to finish
Identifying and developing new business opportunities, contributing to the growth of the tax function
Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong long-term relationships
Mentoring, coaching, and supporting junior members of the team to support their development
Collaborating with Partners and colleagues across the firm on cross-service line advisory work
Keeping up to date with legislative changes and communicating relevant developments to clients and colleagues
Requirements:
CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax, including compliance and advisory work
Proven ability to manage a portfolio of clients at a senior level
Experience of leading and developing junior staff
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted client relationships
A commercial mindset with a desire to contribute to business development
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.
Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking firm with a strong reputation across the South of England. The Corporate Tax team is a key part of their wider advisory offering, and this role sits at the heart of that function. As Associate Director, you will work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in delivering high-quality corporate tax advice to a varied and interesting client portfolio spanning owner-managed businesses, large corporates, and everything in between.
Crowe Watson Recruitment is one of the UK's leading specialist recruiters within the accountancy practice sector, with a proven track record of connecting exceptional talent with outstanding firms. We understand the market deeply and are committed to supporting both clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process with integrity, expertise, and a personal touch. Whether you are actively looking or simply open to a conversation, we encourage you to get in touch.
Responsibilities:
Managing and developing a portfolio of corporate tax clients, delivering technically excellent advice across a broad range of tax matters
Leading on corporate tax compliance and advisory projects from start to finish
Identifying and developing new business opportunities, contributing to the growth of the tax function
Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong long-term relationships
Mentoring, coaching, and supporting junior members of the team to support their development
Collaborating with Partners and colleagues across the firm on cross-service line advisory work
Keeping up to date with legislative changes and communicating relevant developments to clients and colleagues
Requirements:
CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax, including compliance and advisory work
Proven ability to manage a portfolio of clients at a senior level
Experience of leading and developing junior staff
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted client relationships
A commercial mindset with a desire to contribute to business development
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.

