Private Client Tax Assistant Manager

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Reading to recruit a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager. This opportunity offers flexible working, a competitive company pension, and much more! It is an excellent chance to join a forward-thinking practice that values its people and supports long-term career progression within private client tax.

As a specialist third-party recruiter, Crowe Watson is known for its professional, honest, and people-focused approach. We work closely with high-quality accountancy practices across the UK and take pride in matching talented professionals with firms where they can genuinely thrive. This role would suit an experienced private client tax professional looking to take the next step in a supportive and technically strong environment.

The successful candidate will be involved in managing a varied private client portfolio, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory work, and supporting junior team members. The firm offers exposure to complex tax matters, ongoing training, and clear progression opportunities, making this an ideal role for someone ambitious and development-focused within a UK accountancy practice. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of private clients, ensuring timely and accurate tax compliance Reviewing personal tax returns and providing technical support to junior staff Assisting with advisory work Building strong client relationships and acting as a key point of contact Supporting partners with planning opportunities and workflow management Requirements ATT and/or CTA qualified At least four years' experience working within a UK Practice environment Strong knowledge of UK private client tax compliance Experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members Excellent communication and organisational skills