Associate Director – Mixed Tax Advisory - Berkshire
Overview
A fast-growing, ambitious accountancy and advisory firm is seeking an experienced Associate Director (Tax) to join its expanding team. This strategic hire will strengthen advisory capability and provide senior leadership within a busy regional tax function.
The firm has doubled in size in recent years and continues to see strong demand. This role will be key to unlocking further growth and supporting long-term plans.
The successful candidate will step into a senior leadership role, overseeing a mixed tax team and acting as a key figure in advisory delivery.
The Role
You will play a central role in delivering and overseeing complex mixed tax advisory work across corporate and private client matters, primarily for owner-managed businesses (OMBs). The work is varied, intellectually challenging, and sector-diverse.
The role requires someone comfortable working autonomously, leading a team of mixed experience, and researching complex tax issues. The firm doesn’t expect you to know everything—but knowing how to find the answers is key.
This is a long-term strategic hire designed to increase advisory capacity and support continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the tax team and provide senior oversight
• Deliver high-quality mixed tax advisory work across corporate and private client matters
• Advise on complex issues including capital allowances, restructurings, M&A, and property tax across sectors such as manufacturing and tech
• Provide general advisory support to OMBs
• Collaborate with specialists in trusts, non-dom, and R&D
• Support business development and help win new work
• Maintain high standards of technical quality, client service, and compliance
Candidate Profile
• Strong mixed tax advisory background (corporate + private client)
• Experience working with OMBs across sectors
• Ability to handle complex, varied advisory work
• Research-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Proven leadership ability across teams of varying experience
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Commercially minded and proactive
If you’re looking to join an ambitious firm with strong growth plans, established structures, and a high-quality team, we’d welcome a conversation.