Private Client Tax Associate Director

Location: Southampton

Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 (DOE)

Contract: Permanent, full time

Work pattern: Hybrid

Looking for a role where you can combine hands-on client work with genuine leadership opportunities? This is a great move for someone who enjoys building relationships, mentoring others, and delivering high-quality personal tax advice.

We’re working with a leading national accountancy practice with strong regional roots. The firm advises a broad mix of clients, from HNWIs and business owners to families and trusts, offering plenty of variety and exposure across different sectors.

The opportunity

You’ll take responsibility for a portfolio of private clients, leading on compliance and advisory work while supporting the wider team’s development. The role offers autonomy, flexibility, and scope to progress within a well-resourced and people-focused environment.

What you’ll be doing

· Managing a diverse private client portfolio, covering compliance and advisory work

· Identifying tax-sensitive expenditure and broader planning opportunities

· Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and build trusted relationships

· Overseeing the delivery of work to ensure accuracy and HMRC deadlines are met

· Conducting appraisals, providing coaching, and supporting the development of junior team members

· Monitoring utilisation, productivity, and WIP across your portfolio

· Working closely with senior management to maintain quality and consistency across the team

What we’re looking for

· CTA, ACA, ACCA or CA qualified (or equivalent)

· Proven background in personal or mixed tax within a UK accountancy practice

· Strong technical knowledge and confidence researching complex tax issues

· Experience mentoring or managing others, with a collaborative approach

· Organised, commercially minded, and confident in client communication

What’s on offer

· Competitive salary with clear progression

· Hybrid and flexible working

· Birthday leave and enhanced holiday

· Paid professional subscriptions

· Supportive culture with regular social events

· Broad and varied client exposure

If you’re ready for a Private Client Tax Associate Director role that combines responsibility, flexibility and progression, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Danielle Daymond at AJ Chambers Recruitment for a confidential chat.