Tax Director

Streets is a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice with over 33 offices across the UK and growing. We combine the expertise of a national firm with the collaborative, people-first culture of a close-knit practice. Our team supports an impressive variety of clients, from entrepreneurial start-ups to established companies, charities, and family businesses.

Role Overview

As the leading figure in our Tax department in Northampton, you will play a critical role in shaping and driving our tax strategy. You will be responsible for providing high-quality tax advisory services, managing client relationships, and leading a team of tax professionals. This position requires a deep understanding of UK tax law, extensive experience in tax advisory and compliance, and the ability to deliver strategic tax solutions to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and grow the tax advisory and compliance practice, providing strategic direction and ensuring the delivery of high-quality tax services.
• Develop and implement innovative tax strategies and solutions to optimise tax positions for our clients.
• Advise clients on a wide range of tax issues, including tax planning, compliance, M&A, international tax, and transfer pricing.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities for business development and growth.
• Opportunity to lead a team of tax professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to foster professional development.
• Ensure compliance with UK tax laws and regulations, keeping abreast of changes in tax legislation and advising clients on the implications.
• Collaborate with other departments within the firm to deliver comprehensive and integrated services to clients.

Key Skills And Competencies

• Proven track record of successfully managing client relationships and delivering high-quality tax advisory services.
• Strong business development skills with a demonstrated ability to identify and capitalise on new business opportunities.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a commitment to developing and mentoring junior staff.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-specialists.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic and commercial mindset.

Qualifications & Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in tax advisory roles, with a significant portion spent in a senior leadership capacity.
• Extensive experience working within a professional services firm or a large tax department.
• CTA or ACA CTA qualified. ADIT is desirable but not essential.
• In-depth knowledge of UK tax legislation, with experience in advising on complex tax issues.

Personal Qualities We Are Looking For

• Ability to build and sustain lasting client relationships, earning trust through professional expertise, personal service, and genuine care.
• Strategic mindset, continuously moving forward by challenging the norm and identifying smarter, more efficient ways to deliver value to clients.
• Strong sense of accountability, owning decisions and outcomes while setting high standards for self and team.
• Inclusive leadership style that fosters collaboration, encourages knowledge-sharing, and supports colleagues across teams and locations.
• Commitment to supporting growth, both by nurturing the development of junior team members and by pursuing their own professional growth.
• Proactive approach to managing complex workloads, with the ability to balance priorities, anticipate challenges, and deliver results under pressure.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to translate financial insights into clear, actionable advice for clients and stakeholders.
• Resilient and adaptable under change, maintaining a positive outlook and guiding others through challenges.
• Client-focused outlook, acting as a true partner and extension of the client’s team, invested in their success and long-term goals.

What we offer you

• The opportunity to be part of a collaborative and progressive team.
• Competitive salary
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Access to private healthcare
• Workplace pension
• Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.
• Life assurance.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).