Manager - UKI Private Tax

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Our Private Tax team works with a broad range of entrepreneurial, owner-managed, PE-backed, and AIM-listed businesses, as well as their shareholders, family offices, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, private equity clients, and professional partnerships.

We act as trusted advisers, delivering comprehensive tax advisory services that include:

• Tax-efficient value extraction and creation
• Reorganisations and transactions
• International tax advisory
• Ongoing maintenance of client tax structures

Our services span compliance, residence and domicile issues, wealth optimisation, and estate and succession planning. With a diverse UK and non-UK domiciled client base, we frequently provide cross-border tax support through EY's international network.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious Manager to join EY's specialist Private Tax team in London. We're seeking an individual with a strong technical foundation, proven relationship-building skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service.

EY is making significant investments in our Private Tax practice - join us and help shape the next phase of our growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Drive business development and identify new opportunities
• Manage the delivery of complex and demanding tax consulting projects
• Ensure technical excellence and a practical, business-driven approach
• Supervise, coach, and mentor junior team members
• Contribute to team initiatives, including training, retention, and development

About You

• Client-focused with strong strategic and commercial awareness
• Excellent tax technical expertise
• Proven relationship management and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Confident negotiator, able to articulate and defend opinions effectively
• Demonstrated business development experience
• Strong time management and ability to perform under pressure
• Project management skills with a focus on delivery and budget control
• Experience advising a range of clients (AIM-listed, PE-backed, family-owned, and OMBs)
• Creative and pragmatic problem-solver

Qualifications

• ACA / CTA / Tax Inspectors qualification (with full technical training), Law qualification, or equivalent tax specialist qualification
• Strong tax technical and business development skills
• Experience coaching and developing junior staff

What We Offer

• Global Exposure: Work with international clients and collaborate across EY's global network.
• Career Progression: Lead high-impact projects and shape your professional journey.
• Support & Coaching: Learn from industry leaders and receive ongoing mentoring.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid model (minimum two days in the office) with a focus on work-life balance.
• Total Rewards: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and exclusive EY perks.
• Inclusive Culture: A workplace where you belong, feel valued, and can thrive.

At EY, belonging means more than fitting in - it means thriving. Whoever you are, whatever your background, you are valued, supported, and empowered to be your best.

Ready to lead, inspire, and make an impact? Apply now.