Private Client Tax Director

Are you an experienced Private Client Tax specialist looking for a strategic leadership role within a growing and highly regarded accountancy firm?

Hays are working in partnership with a leading firm in Bury St Edmunds who are looking to appoint a Senior Manager or Director, a pivotal role within their private client tax team. You will play a key role in shaping the advisory offering, leading a talented team and working closely with senior stakeholders, with a clear route towards partner.

The Role

As a Private Client Tax Director, you will take a leadership position within a well‑established private client function. You will oversee a significant client portfolio while delivering high‑level advisory services across complex personal tax matters. This is a senior, client‑facing role, combining technical expertise, commercial awareness and people leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Client Leadership & Advisory

• Act as a trusted adviser to a portfolio of high‑value private clients
• Deliver strategic tax planning advice across areas such as IHT, trusts and estates
• Build long‑term client relationships and identify opportunities to add value
• Provide proactive, tailored solutions to complex client needs

Technical Excellence & Oversight

• Lead complex advisory assignments and ensure high‑quality delivery
• Maintain the highest standards of technical accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Keep up to date with changes in tax legislation and identify planning opportunities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing private client tax team
• Support succession planning and recruitment as the team grows
• Create a collaborative and positive working environment

Business Development

• Support the continued growth of the private client offering
• Build relationships internally and externally to drive new business
• Work closely with other service lines to deliver a holistic client service

The Opportunity

• Established client base with a strong advisory focus to inherit
• Clear progression pathway towards Partner
• Opportunity to shape and influence the direction of the private client service line
• Flexible working options across regional offices

About You

• CTA qualified (essential)
• Strong private client tax advisory experience, particularly in trusts, estates and IHT
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead complex projects
• Commercially minded with an interest in business development
• Experience leading, mentoring and developing teams

If you're looking for a senior leadership role with real influence, strong progression prospects and the opportunity to develop a market‑leading private client offering, this is an excellent opportunity to explore further.

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