A leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Edinburgh has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Private Client Tax Senior to join their thriving tax team, and we are delighted to be supporting them in their search for the right individual. Set against the backdrop of one of the UK’s most dynamic and prestigious professional services markets, this is a role that promises genuine variety, a high-quality client base, and a firm that places the development and wellbeing of its people above all else, offering flexible working, a company pension, and much more!

Crowe Watson Recruitment is a specialist accountancy recruiter with a strong and well-established presence across Scotland and the wider UK market, with a proven track record of placing talented private client tax professionals into leading firms across Edinburgh and beyond. With consultants who bring genuine warmth, deep market knowledge, and an unwavering commitment to the candidates they represent, Crowe Watson delivers a recruitment experience that is personal, expert, and focused entirely on achieving the best possible outcome for every individual they work with. Your next career move is in very safe hands.

Edinburgh’s private client tax market is one of the most vibrant and well-regarded in the UK, with a diverse and high-quality client base that provides an exceptional platform for any ambitious tax professional looking to develop their skills and build a long-term career in practice. As Private Client Tax Senior, you will manage a varied and rewarding portfolio of private clients, including high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services across a broad range of personal tax matters. This is a firm with a genuine commitment to professional development, a supportive and collegiate working culture, and a clear pathway for progression that makes it an outstanding destination for any driven private client tax professional ready to take the next step in their career. 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 is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note that Crowe Watson Recruitment is unable to assist with sponsorship applications; all candidates must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of private clients including high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates
• Preparing and reviewing self-assessment tax returns and associated compliance work
• Providing tailored advice across income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax
• Building and maintaining strong, trusted client relationships as a reliable point of contact
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the private client tax team
• Liaising with HMRC on client matters including correspondence and enquiries

Requirements

• ATT and/or CTA qualified, or ACA/ACCA qualified with a strong private client tax background
• At least three years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of private clients with confidence and technical accuracy
• Solid knowledge of UK personal tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and trusts
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a professional and confident client-facing manner
• Well organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively