Tax Investigations Associate Director

  • Insite Public Practice Recruitment Limited
  • Sep 30, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Associate Director - Tax Investigations & Disputes

London £80,000-£95,000 + Benefits Top 50 Accountancy Firm

An established Top 50 accountancy firm is looking to appoint an Associate Director into its Tax Investigations & Disputes team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Manager ready to take the next step, or an existing Associate Director looking for a firm that offers a genuine pathway to Partnership.

The successful individual will play a key role in managing complex tax investigations, developing client relationships and helping to grow the firm's Tax Investigations offering.

The Role

  • Lead and manage a varied portfolio of complex HMRC investigations and tax disputes.

  • Advise individuals, owner-managed businesses and corporate clients on a range of contentious tax matters.

  • Manage cases involving COP8, COP9, Code of Practice enquiries, disclosures and tax settlements.

  • Build strong client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser on sensitive and complex matters.

  • Identify opportunities to develop new business and generate work through existing relationships and professional networks.

  • Support the continued growth of the Tax Investigations team, mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to the wider tax practice.

  • Work closely with Partners and senior leadership on the strategic development of the service line.

About You

  • An experienced Tax Investigations professional at Senior Manager or Associate Director level.

  • Strong technical experience across HMRC investigations, tax disputes and disclosures.

  • Experience handling complex cases, managing client relationships and delivering commercially focused advice.

  • Confident in business development, with the ability and ambition to help grow a client portfolio.

  • Looking for a role offering greater responsibility, visibility and long-term progression.

What's on Offer?

  • A senior appointment within an established Top 50 accountancy firm.

  • A salary of £80,000-£95,000, plus benefits.

  • A genuine opportunity for an experienced Senior Manager to step into an Associate Director position.

  • A clear and credible pathway towards Partnership for the right individual.

  • The opportunity to influence the growth and direction of the Tax Investigations offering.

  • Direct exposure to Partners, key clients and wider business development opportunities.

Interested in finding out more?

If you're an experienced Tax Investigations professional considering your next move, I'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Whether you're ready to step up from Senior Manager or looking for a firm that can offer a genuine route to Partnership, this could be worth exploring.

Get in touch for a confidential discussion.