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Tax & Client Development Lead

Job Posted: 10 days ago

  • Salary: £ 40,000 - 45,000 / Annum

    Job Type: Permanent

  • Location: Guildford, Surrey

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic accountancy practice where commercial acumen is just as important as tax knowledge. The firm delivers high-quality tax services to a wide range of clients and is now looking for someone who can combine technical tax expertise with a flair for building client relationships and driving business growth. In this role, you will lead a small team while actively contributing to business development. You will have the freedom to shape client engagement strategies, identify new opportunities, and enhance client value, all while maintaining compliance and quality standards. This is ideal for someone who thrives on client interaction, enjoys a sales-driven environment, and wants to take a leadership step early in their career. Tax & Client Development Lead – About The Role * Lead and motivate a client-focused team to deliver high-quality tax services * Build strong relationships with existing clients and identify opportunities for additional services * Support new business development initiatives, including meeting prospects and pitching solutions * Set team targets for client satisfaction, service delivery, and growth, and monitor progress * Coach team members in both tax technical matters and client engagement skills * Oversee Self-Assessment and compliance processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to UK tax legislation * Analyse client portfolios to identify commercial opportunities and provide actionable insights The successful candidate will have: * Practical UK tax experience, ideally within a practice or client-facing environment * Commercial awareness and a knack for spotting opportunities to add value * Strong relationship-building and communication skills * Experience or interest in sales/business development alongside technical work * Organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities * A proactive, solutions-oriented approach and enthusiasm for leading a small team Tax & Client Development Lead - Benefits * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave * Pension scheme with employer contributions * Professional study support and funded qualifications where applicable * Healthcare cash plan for everyday medical expenses * Employee perks platform offering retail and lifestyle discounts * Cycle-to-work scheme * Supportive, collaborative culture with clear progression opportunities Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

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