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?? Private Client Tax Manager Guildford, Surrey ??


Company : Clark Wood


Location : Guildford, England


Created : 2025-12-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

??Private Client Tax Manager | Guildford, Surrey??????Hybrid / Flexible Working Available?Start 2026 with a role that offers prestige, progression, and genuine advisory work?As we move into2026 , many experienced private client tax professionals are looking for more than just another portfoliothey wantinteresting clients, high-quality advisory work, and a firm that genuinely invests in its people . This is a fantastic opportunity to join aleading accountancy and advisory firminGuildford , working with aprestigious private client baseacross the South East and beyond.??The role:As aPrivate Client Tax Manager , youll act as atrusted adviserto high-net-worth individuals, families, entrepreneurs, trustees, and family offices. This is arelationship-led, advisory-focused rolewith real autonomy and influence. Youll manage a varied portfolio while playing a key role inmentoring junior staffand contributing to the wider growth of the private client team.??What youll be doing:Deliveringhigh-quality tax planning and advisory workacross income tax, CGT, IHT, trusts, and estate planning Acting as theprimary point of contactfor your clients, building long-term, trusted relationships Reviewingself-assessment and trust tax returns , ensuring technical accuracy and quality Staying ahead ofUK tax legislationand ensuring best-practice risk management Mentoring and developingjunior team membersin a supportive environment Assisting withbusiness development , proposals, and identifying advisory opportunities within your client base ??Who this suits: CTA and/or ACA / STEP qualified(or equivalent) Strong experience inprivate client tax within UK practice Solid technical knowledge ofpersonal tax, trusts, IHT, CGT , and ideallyresidency and domicile Confident managing a portfolio and leading client relationships independently A collaborative professional who enjoys bothtechnical work and people leadership ??Why this role stands out: ????Hybrid & flexible workingto suit your lifestyle ??Clear progressiontoward Senior Manager and beyond ??Prestigious and complex client baseno vanilla work ?? Ongoinglearning, development, and technical exposure ?? Strong focus onwellbeing , balance, and long-term career satisfaction ?? Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package?Make 2026 the year your private client career really levels up.??Interested or open to a confidential conversation? Lets talk. For further information, please contactDavid ElliotatClark Wood : ?????? 01173 291058 | ?? 07538 908463 If this role isnt quite right, still get in touchwere recruiting across the tax market and would be happy to discussalternative opportunities .??Referral bonus : Refer a friend or colleague and receivea minimum of £500 in vouchersif we assist them in securing a permanent role.?Make your next move a rewarding onetheres no better time than now.This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.#CWDETPBN1_UKTJ