Are you a seasoned tax professional seeking a senior leadership role in a progressive and growing firm? An established accountancy practice in Penrith is looking for a Tax Director to take charge of its tax division. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven tax expert to lead a dynamic team, oversee a diverse client portfolio, and play a key role in shaping the firm's strategic direction. With a strong focus on corporation tax at the senior level and a client base spanning the agriculture and healthcare sectors, this role offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for an ambitious tax professional looking to influence firm-wide tax strategy and drive business growth. Ready to lead and make an impact? Apply today for this Tax Director job in Penrith Role Responsibilities Tax Leadership & Advisory Lead and develop the firm’s corporation tax function, ensuring high-quality compliance and advisory services Provide expert tax planning and strategic guidance to clients across a range of industries, with a focus on agriculture and healthcare businesses Stay updated with changing UK tax legislation, ensuring both clients and the firm remain compliant and well-positioned for success Offer technical tax support and training to the team, maintaining a high standard of expertise and knowledge Client & Business Development Act as a trusted advisor, building and maintaining strong client relationships by delivering tailored tax solutions Identify new business opportunities and contribute to the growth of the firm’s tax advisory services Work closely with partners and senior leadership, driving forward the firm’s tax strategy and ensuring long-term client success Represent the firm at networking events and industry forums, enhancing its reputation in the market Team Management & Development Oversee and mentor a team of tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment Provide coaching and technical support, ensuring staff development and progression Implement best practices to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency within the tax division About the Firm This Penrith-based accountancy firm is well-established, with 200 staff and 12 Equity Partners, and a strong reputation for delivering expert accounting, tax, and advisory services. With a diverse client base, including SMEs, agricultural businesses, and healthcare providers, the firm offers a supportive and collaborative environment for professionals seeking to progress their careers at a senior level. Why Penrith? Penrith is a thriving business hub set against the stunning backdrop of the Lake District, offering an exceptional work-life balance. With strong local industry growth, excellent transport links, and a collaborative professional community, it’s an ideal location for senior professionals looking to advance their careers while enjoying a high quality of life. Candidate Requirements CTA, ACA, or ACCA qualification, with significant experience in corporation tax Proven track record of leading and managing tax teams within an accountancy practice Strong technical expertise in UK tax legislation, particularly corporation tax compliance and advisory Excellent business development skills, with the ability to identify and drive new opportunities Strong leadership capabilities, with experience mentoring and developing tax professionals Experience advising clients in agriculture and healthcare industries What’s on Offer? £100,000 to £140,000 per annum Permanent, full-time role Hybrid and flexible working options Route to partnership Generous holiday allowance Contributory pension scheme Professional development opportunities Wellness initiatives and social activities Modern office Plus more About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms. Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs in Penrith and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.