Are you an experienced Personal Tax professional looking to step into a leadership role with a firm that values technical expertise, client service, and career progression? A well-established accountancy practice in Harrogate is seeking a Tax Assistant Manager to manage a portfolio of personal and trust tax clients, including those with complex tax matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for a tax specialist who enjoys working closely with clients, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality tax advisory and compliance services. If you're seeking a firm that offers structured career development, a collaborative working environment, and a strong focus on professional growth, this could be the ideal next step. Want to hear more? Apply for this Tax Assistant Manager job in Harrogate today Role Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of personal and trust tax clients, including high-net-worth individuals and those with more complex affairs Reviewing tax returns and compliance work prepared by junior team members to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance Providing clients with proactive, cost-effective tax planning and advisory services tailored to their needs Training, mentoring, and coaching junior team members to support their professional development Conducting research and preparing tax advisory reports on private client and employment tax matters Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to enhance client service and technical knowledge-sharing Assisting senior management and partners in improving efficiency and refining internal processes Identifying areas for process improvements and helping implement best practices within the tax department Why Harrogate? Harrogate is a thriving spa town known for its strong business community, excellent quality of life, and fantastic transport links. With a mix of independent businesses and established firms, Harrogate provides tax professionals with the opportunity to develop their careers in a supportive and growing professional hub while enjoying the benefits of a vibrant town and beautiful surrounding countryside. About the Firm This firm is known for its commitment to professional development, strong team culture, and focus on delivering high-quality tax services. With a structured career progression path, regular training, and a collaborative working environment, this is an ideal opportunity for tax professionals who want to grow their expertise and take on leadership responsibilities. Candidate Requirements CTA qualified or qualified by experience Minimum of four years’ post-qualification experience in personal tax Strong technical expertise in personal and trust tax compliance and advisory services Excellent client relationship management and communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines Commercially aware, with a keen eye for identifying tax planning opportunities for clients Experience in supervising, mentoring, and developing junior team members Some exposure to tax advisory work (desirable but not essential) Knowledge of other tax areas is beneficial but not required What’s on Offer? £45,000 to £50,000 per annum Permanent, full-time role Flexible / hybrid working Generous annual leave Employee Assistance Programme Contributory pension scheme Ongoing progression 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 Harrogate and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.