Tax Disputes Assistant Manager

Tax Disputes Assistant Manager

We’re looking for a Tax Disputes Senior or Assistant Manager to join a growing professional services firm, based in offices across London and the South East.

You’ll play an important role in supporting and developing the Tax Disputes team. From handling HMRC enquiries and penalty negotiations to preparing disclosures and analysing tax risk positions, this role offers excellent scope to take ownership of your own portfolio and build deeper expertise in a specialist and growing field.

Whether you’re newly qualified and ready to develop, or already operating at Assistant Manager level with some disputes experience, you’ll be joining a successful and supportive team.

About the role

• Managing or supporting a portfolio of tax dispute and risk management cases, including HMRC enquiries, COP8/COP9 investigations, voluntary disclosures and settlements.
• Preparing submissions under relevant HMRC disclosure facilities.
• Supporting the analysis of tax risk positions, identifying potential exposure and mitigation strategies.
• Drafting correspondence and reports for clients and HMRC.
• Tracking deadlines and managing compliance requirements.
• Assisting with technical research and internal knowledge sharing.
• Working closely with senior leadership, client teams, and wider Tax, Legal and Compliance colleagues.
• Liaising with clients, HMRC and external advisers throughout the dispute process.
• Supporting the development of internal processes and best practice.

What we’re looking for

Senior Level

• CTA qualified or equivalent – newly qualified applicants welcomed.
• Strong experience in Private Client Tax or Corporate Tax.
• A genuine interest in tax disputes.
• Experience working in private practice.
• A proactive approach and eagerness to build disputes expertise.

Assistant Manager Level

• CTA qualified or equivalent, with several years’ post-qualification experience.
• Proven ability to manage your own workload and client portfolio.
• Strong communication skills and client relationship experience.
• Background in private practice.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Pension, life assurance, income protection and health-related benefits.
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays, with holiday purchase options.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Private medical and wellbeing support.
• Recognition and reward programmes.
• Structured career development and clear progression routes.
• Access to internal and external training.
• Inclusive and family-friendly working environment.
• ESG and volunteering initiatives, including additional volunteering leave.
• Travel-related benefits such as cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes.

About the firm

This long-established and award-winning professional services firm provides a full range of accountancy, advisory and wealth services to businesses, not-for-profit organisations, individuals and families.

Known for its personal approach, the firm focuses on building long-term relationships, understanding client goals and helping clients realise their ambitions.

The business is committed to sustainability, community impact and creating an inclusive workplace where colleagues can thrive.