Mixed Tax Manager-Corporate Tax bias

We are seeking a dynamic Mixed Tax Manager with a strong corporate tax background to join our expanding practice in Northampton. This versatile role offers the opportunity to work across both corporate and personal tax matters, with a primary focus on advising owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, and their stakeholders. The position provides excellent exposure to complex tax planning while maintaining variety through mixed tax work.

Corporate Tax (Primary Focus)

• Prepare and review corporation tax computations and returns for a diverse portfolio of clients
• Manage tax compliance for owner-managed businesses, including groups and holding companies
• Advise on corporate tax planning strategies, reliefs, and incentives
• Handle R&D tax credit claims and other corporate reliefs
• Provide guidance on business restructuring, mergers, and acquisitions from a tax perspective
• Manage corporate tax aspects of share schemes and employee incentives

Personal Tax & Mixed Matters

• Prepare complex personal tax returns for business owners and high earners
• Advise on the tax implications of business ownership structures
• Handle capital gains tax planning, particularly for business disposals
• Coordinate tax advice across corporate and personal tax matters for connected clients
• Provide inheritance tax planning for business assets and family wealth

Client Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with business clients and their key stakeholders
• Lead client meetings and provide clear, practical tax advice
• Manage a mixed portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients
• Act as primary tax contact for key client relationships
• Collaborate with audit and advisory teams to deliver integrated solutions

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and develop junior tax staff across both corporate and personal tax areas
• Review complex tax work and provide technical guidance
• Mentor team members and support their professional development
• Delegate work effectively while maintaining quality standards
• Contribute to recruitment and training initiatives

Technical Excellence & Business Development

• Stay current with corporate and personal tax legislation changes
• Research complex tax issues and develop innovative solutions
• Identify opportunities for additional tax services within existing relationships
• Support business development activities and client pitches
• Maintain relationships with professional networks and referral sources

Qualifications & Experience

• ACA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum 5-7 years of mixed tax experience with strong corporate tax background
• Proven experience in corporation tax compliance and planning
• Knowledge of personal tax, particularly as it relates to business owners
• Experience with tax software systems and advanced Excel skills
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience