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Job Title


Corporate Tax Director


Company : Armstrong Watson


Location : Carlisle, England


Created : 2026-04-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Armstrong Watson are a trusted and leading independent Accountancy and Business Advisory firm based in the North of England and Scotland. Our services and advice are all centred around our Quest to support our clients to achieve prosperity, a secure future and peace of mind, which cannot be achieved without the expertise of our dedicated and valued colleagues.With approximately 800 colleagues situated across 19 offices, our people and our culture are at the heart of what we do. We recognise the unique impact we have on not only our clients, but also our colleagues, and the communities in which we operate. Our success is dependent on every colleague embracing all four of our core values: Honesty, Humanity, Trust and Passion.The Role Our Tax Consultancy Service Line is growing rapidly, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Corporate Tax Director to join our team in Carlisle.This role will involve working alongside the existing team on a variety of projects who aspire to provide the best service to our clients.The main elements of this role will include:Acting as the Tax Relationship Partner for a portfolio of existing clientsDelivering and prioritising all relevant client work and ensuring effective workflow for your teamOverseeing and ensuring establishment of scope and budget for each piece of works in placeMonitoring work progress and ensuring appropriate levels of communication with all clients and internal stakeholders is carried out throughout each piece of workEnsuring closure discussions are held with clients and using the opportunity to seek further referralsEnsuring full implementation of all client work in line with the agreed budget and adhering to Armstrong Watson’s proceduresAdhering to the Tax Consultancy Service Line Standards and Risk Procedures at all timesUndertaking individual business development activities as appropriate to ensure delivery of individual and team fee targetsPlaying a key role in coaching and development of the teamPlease note that we will not be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy.The Candidate In order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to be / have:CTA qualified or hold an equivalent qualificationSeen as a thought leader in their area of expertise to the external marketplaceA Full UK Driving LicenceThe Benefits In return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development; we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes:Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income ProtectionCompetitive Annual Leave entitlement up to 26 days, plus Bank HolidaysAnnual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each yearSmart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote workingHealth Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment)Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health)Paid flu jabs and eye testsIntroductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client)Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to £2,500 for each referralOngoing access to online training courses and materialsPaid professional membership feesCharity of the MonthColleague of the MonthSubsidised social events throughout the yearIn addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further.#J-18808-Ljbffr