Tax Investigations Director

Location: Birmingham (Remote working)
Salary: £110,000 – £140,000 + Bonus + Benefits

About the Role

I am currently partnering with a highly respected independent accountancy and business advisory firm that is looking to appoint a Tax Investigations Director to join its growing Tax Disputes & Investigations team.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced tax investigations professional to take on a leadership role within an established and ambitious practice. The successful candidate will work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders, leading complex tax controversy matters while helping drive the continued growth and success of the investigations offering.

The firm acts for a diverse client base including owner-managed businesses, high-net-worth individuals, family offices, entrepreneurs and corporate clients, providing expert advice on complex HMRC enquiries, disclosures and disputes.

The Opportunity

As Tax Investigations Director, you will lead a broad portfolio of contentious tax matters, acting as a trusted adviser to clients facing HMRC scrutiny. You will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the team, developing client relationships and identifying opportunities to expand the practice.

This position offers significant autonomy, direct Partner exposure and a genuine platform to build your profile within the tax investigations market.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading complex HMRC enquiries, investigations and tax dispute assignments.

• Advising clients on COP8 and COP9 investigations, voluntary disclosures and settlements.

• Managing high-value and sensitive tax controversy matters from inception through to resolution.

• Acting as the lead contact for clients, HMRC and professional advisers.

• Providing strategic advice on tax risk management and dispute resolution.

• Building and developing long-term client relationships.

• Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to revenue growth.

• Working closely with Partners to further develop the Tax Investigations offering.

• Leading, mentoring and developing Managers and Senior Managers within the team.

• Representing the firm externally and enhancing its profile within the market.

Candidate RequirementsEssential

• CTA, ACA, ACCA and/or ATT qualified.

• Significant experience within Tax Investigations, Tax Disputes, Tax Controversy or HMRC Enquiries.

• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation and HMRC procedures.

• Proven experience managing complex and high-profile investigations.

• Excellent stakeholder management and client relationship skills.

• Demonstrable leadership experience within a professional services environment.

Desirable

• Experience managing COP8 and COP9 investigations.

• Strong business development and client-winning capabilities.

• Existing professional network within the tax market.

• Previous experience operating at Director, Associate Director or Senior Manager level within an accountancy practice or specialist tax advisory firm.

What's on Offer

• £110,000 – £140,000 base salary.

• Performance-related bonus.

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

• Direct access to Partners and senior leadership.

• Significant autonomy and influence within a growing specialist practice.

• High-quality, complex and rewarding client work.

• Clear progression opportunities.

• Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.

Apply

If you are an experienced Tax Investigations professional seeking a Director-level opportunity with genuine influence, autonomy and progression potential, I would be delighted to discuss this opportunity with you in confidence.