Corporate Tax Senior Manager

Job Title:  Corporate Tax Senior Manager   Location:  Hybrid Working – London N3 / EC4M / Remote Working Hours:  Monday to Friday, 35-hour week (Flexitime)  Reporting To: Corporate Tax Director and/or Tax Partner

Salary Range: £80,000 - £90,000

About BKL

BKL is a Top 40 accountancy and advisory business supporting a diverse client base, from entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals to ambitious owner-managed businesses and multinational groups. With a legacy spanning over 130 years, we’ve evolved into a modern, purpose-driven business that balances profit with impact.

We are proud to be a certified B Corp, reflecting our commitment to sustainability, transparency, and responsible governance. As a member of DFK International, we support clients locally and internationally with cutting-edge expertise and a personal touch.

We believe all clients deserve the same level of care, innovation, and excellence.

About the Team

You’ll be joining our [Insert Team Name e.g., Audit, Tax, Corporate Finance, Operations] team, a group of [Insert size or structure e.g., 15 specialists, part of a wider 50-person department].

The team works closely with [Insert stakeholders e.g., clients, partners, and colleagues across service lines], supporting them with [Insert focus e.g., compliance, advisory, growth planning, transformation].

We pride ourselves on being [Insert key qualities e.g., collaborative, commercially focused, innovative] and offer [Insert opportunities e.g., exposure to diverse sectors, progression routes, cross-team projects].

A Message from the Hiring Manager

Example

I’m really excited to welcome someone new into our team. You’ll find a team that’s ambitious but down-to-earth, where people care about doing excellent work and about each other. If you’re curious, proactive, and ready to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Opportunity

The Corporate Tax Senior Manager role is a pivotal position within the organisation, responsible for managing both compliance and non-compliance work. This role involves overseeing the flow of work within the team, ensuring technical competency, and managing client expectations. The Senior Manager is trusted to undertake final reviews of tax computations and is responsible for the team's budget and recovery targets. Additionally, the role requires effective communication of technical issues, winning and billing for additional work, and providing feedback to partners on client relationships. The Senior Manager also plays a crucial role in team management, development, and recruitment, as well as identifying new business opportunities and managing client risks.   

This role gives you the chance to make an impact with ambitious clients, develop your expertise, and grow your career within a supportive and collaborative environment. You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of work, be encouraged to innovate, and benefit from a clear progression pathway. 

How You ’ re Making a Difference

In this role, you will:

Core

Compliance work

• Manage the flow of work and workload within the team

• Planning client work with technical competency in mind; ensuring that colleagues are appropriately matched to clients and that colleagues are provided with the right level of experience to aid their progression

• Trusted to undertake final reviews of tax computations, before they go to Director/Partner level for final sign off

• Responsible for the budgets of the team as a whole and ensuring recovery targets are met

• Managing client expectations (both internal and external) and ensuring they are satisfied with the service they are receiving from the team

• Quoting for new compliance only work

• In depth knowledge of professional area and broad knowledge of others

• Managing and effectively communicate client risks on technical projects

Project work

• Responsible for the budgets of the team as a whole and ensuring recovery targets are met

• Able to clearly communicate technical issues and solutions, including highlighting risks, in both email and report communications.

• Able to accurately and concisely draft clearances and reports which are technically accurate, which can then be reviewed at Director/Partner level before going to clients

• Feedback to Partner or Director on any negative issues that may affect client relationships

• Continuously anticipate and manage client expectations

Team management

• Taking an active role in the overall development and progression of your direct reports

• Support the development of the wider team, through peer reviews, contribution and quarterly reviews, and other feedback loops

• Monitor, access and feedback on performance of junior team

• Keep partners abreast of progress on client matters

• Ability to clearly explain complex technical issues with junior team and clients

Other attributes

• Approve and facilitate technical updates to colleagues, Partners and external contacts

• A good network internally within the firm and a good working relationship with the member in both ABS and Audit, as well as Company secretarial and Payroll

Developing Business

• Identify wider client opportunities and where appropriate refer to other teams

• Able to demonstrate “added value”

• Prepare scope and quotes which can be reviewed by Director/Partner

Managing Risk

• Raise ethical concerns

• Awareness of commercial liability and alter where appropriate

• Able to say no (internally) where there is a perceived ethical issue

• Scoping client engagements with accuracy and due care

Internal Systems

• Proficient with office 365 and its many applications, as well as other software including tax return production, CRM, timesheets and more

Additional

Project work

• Winning and ensuring fees for additional work performed are agreed and billed

• Identifying inefficiencies in processes and presenting alternative solutions

Team management

• Lead the building of the department through spotting recruitment needs, obtaining approval and going through the People processes including recruitment.

• Support the development of the team and direct reports, through peer reviews, contribution and quarterly reviews, and other feedback loops

• Implement disciplinary action with assistance from People & Culture/senior team

• Involvement with department structure and progression

Other attributes

• Coaching those in the team and outside the team as required

• Maintain composure and objectivity in stressful situations

Developing Business

• Identify potential marketing campaigns and lead where appropriate

• Identify new business opportunities

• Start to build and maintain wider network

Managing Risk

• Able to say no to clients where the work poses a risk to the firm

• Monitor risk management procedure with the team

• Have the ability for final sign off on specific groups

You’ll Be Ideal For This Role If You Have:

Qualifications

Core Qualifications

• ACA/CTA qualified

• Ability to identify and research technical issues

• Provide relevant technical updates for discussion with the wider team and partners

• Responsible for own CPD

Additional Qualifications

• Leadership experience

• Review experience

• Obtain relevant management training

• Consider further qualifications in specific areas of expertise

Experience

Core Experience

• Technical Leader

Additional Experience

• People Leader

Skills

• Exploring possibilities

• Developing strategies

• Directing people

• Influencing people

• Interacting with people

• Resolving Conflict

• Understanding People

• Seizing opportunities

• Upholding standards

• Recognising skills and strengths

• Expertise

• Propose innovative solutions

• MS Office skills suitable to needs

We know you have a lot to offer, which is why we give you the freedom to thrive, no matter who you are or what your background is.

Our Values

At BKL, we live by five core values:

• Think Big – Be curious, brave, and open to new ideas.

• In It Together – Collaborate, care, and build an inclusive culture.

• Take Pride – Strive for excellence and believe in your impact.

• Do the Right Thing – Act with integrity, honesty, and fairness.

• Enjoy It – Bring your whole self to work and have fun doing it.

Working With Us: Your Benefits, Wellbeing & Development

At BKL, we’re committed to creating a people-first workplace where everyone can thrive. We offer a carefully curated benefits package, wellbeing support, and meaningful development opportunities that empower you to grow your career.

Snapshot of our Benefits Package

We’ve designed a flexible, sustainable set of benefits to support your life at work and beyond:

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) – including mental health cover, hospital treatment & 24/7 GP access

• Health Cash Plans – covering everyday costs like dental, optical & physiotherapy and an Employee Assistance Programme

• Pension scheme – helping you save for retirement in a tax-efficient way

• Group Life Assurance – peace of mind with financial protection for your loved ones

• Cashback & savings portal – discounts across hundreds of high-street and online retailers

• Cycle to Work Scheme – spread the cost of a new bike and accessories tax-free

• Electric Vehicle Scheme – sustainable transportation options that include roadside support and servicing

• Free Mortgage Advice – expert guidance for your home-buying journey

• Season Ticket Loan – support with travel expenses

• Enhanced Family Leave – generous leave policies for family-related needs

• Holiday Entitlement – generous entitlement which increases with promotion

Development & Growth

We don’t just offer jobs, we support careers:

• Clear development pathways and progression frameworks

• Professional qualifications support – including study time and funding

• Internal mentoring, coaching, and buddying schemes

• Leadership development programmes to help you grow with us

• Regular check-ins and performance conversations – driven by your goals, not just metrics

Take Your Next Step

Ready to grow your career with a company that balances ambition with purpose? Apply today and discover how far you can go at BKL.

Our recruitment process typically involves three stages:

1. An introductory Teams call with our Talent Acquisition team.

2. A first-stage interview with two team members.

3. A final interview at our London office, including a tour to give you a feel for our working environment.

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, you will be required to undertake GDPR training in order to fully understand the regulations and ensure all work is carried out in a compliant manner.

As part of any recruitment process, BKL collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. BKL is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

BKL is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates eligible to work in the UK.

We know you have a lot to offer, which is why we want to give you the freedom to thrive no matter who you are or what your background is. You will have every opportunity to use your creativity in how you approach your work and the support to innovate.

Inclusion, diversity, and talent development are a fundamental aspect of who we are, and we welcome applications from candidates who share and champion these values. You will play an integral part in helping to make BKL a great place to work with a sense of belonging for everyone.

High challenge, high support

If you enjoy problem-solving and a fast-changing environment, you will thrive in this role.

As in all BKL roles, you will be able to take a flexible approach: balancing independent work with teamwork, and remote working with time in the office with colleagues.

You can get an insight into life at BKL here .

We’re proud to be one of the few Certified B Corporations in the accountancy sector. In joining us, you’ll become part of a business that’s committed to balancing profit and purpose.

Take your next step
If this sounds like the role for you, we’d be delighted to discuss the career you could build at BKL.

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