Private Client Tax Senior Manager / Director / Partner

Private Client Tax - Senior Manager / Director / PartnerBased in Norwich - Recently voted the Best Place to Live in the UK by The Sunday Times 2026

Hays are recruiting for a forward-thinking and well established professional services firm in Norwich, who are seeking an experienced Private Client Tax Senior Manager or Director to take a leading role within its Tax department. This is a pivotal appointment with a clear and genuine route to Partnership, offering the opportunity to shape the future direction of the private client service while working closely with Partners and a diverse client base across Norfolk and Suffolk.Our client is very open to relocators looking to progress their career without sacrificing quality of life. Many senior professionals successfully relocate to Norfolk for the lifestyle without compromising the quality or complexity of their work - and often accelerate their career as a result.

The Role

You will lead the delivery of high quality private client tax services, managing a complex portfolio of HNW and UHNW individuals and providing advanced advisory and planning support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering complex tax advice across CGT, IHT, trusts, residency issues, and estate / succession planning
• Acting as a key adviser for medical professionals, including NHS pension matters
• Reviewing and signing off high risk and complex tax returns
• Maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge and managing engagement risk
• Managing portfolio performance, including fees, WIP, and billing

Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop members of the private client tax team
• Oversee workflow planning and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met
• Act as an ambassador for the firm internally and externally
• Contribute to firm wide initiatives and business growth

Business Development

• Identify and develop opportunities to grow the private client offering
• Attend networking events and seminars to build referral networks
• Prepare proposals and support strategic growth initiatives
• Identify cross selling opportunities through a deep understanding of client affairs

About You

• CTA and/or ACA / ACCA qualified (STEP highly desirable)
• Substantial post qualification experience in private client tax
• Strong technical capability and experience with complex advisory work
• Proven people leadership and review experience
• Commercially aware with the ability to adapt to changing priorities

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working options
• Genuine opportunity for accelerated progression to Partner
• A senior leadership role within a supportive and ambitious firm

If you are interested in a confidential discussion about this opportunity or would like to receive further information, please contact Cara Whyte at Hays

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