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US UK Tax Trust Manager

US UK Tax Manager - Trust

A leading professional services firm is seeking an experienced US/UK Tax Manager to join its Trust & Family Wealth team. This is a key role for a tax professional with strong technical expertise and a passion for client service and team development.

The Role

The Tax Manager will oversee a sophisticated portfolio of clients, many of whom have US connections and assets within trusts and estates. They will take ownership of delivering high‑quality advisory work, ensuring deadlines are met, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Alongside portfolio management, the Manager will play a central role in the operational success of the wider team. This includes workflow planning, overseeing junior staff, contributing to departmental objectives, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The position suits someone already operating at Manager level or an ambitious Assistant Manager seeking their next step.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing a diverse portfolio of US/UK tax clients, including trusts, estates, and HNW individuals
  • Providing leadership, coaching, and day‑to‑day support to junior team members
  • Leading performance reviews, appraisals, and technical development sessions
  • Supporting department planning and contributing to team performance targets
  • Delivering commercially aware, technically accurate tax advice to clients

Candidate Profile

  • Dual qualification (EA/ATT/CTA/STEP)
  • Strong technical experience advising US‑connected clients and those with trust and estate structures
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior staff
  • Confident communicator with excellent client‑relationship management skills

What's Offered

The successful candidate will join a firm that genuinely invests in its people and their long‑term development. They will benefit from:

  • Comprehensive CPD support with continuous technical training delivered throughout the year
  • Direct mentorship from senior leaders, focused on developing leadership capability, communication skills and overall professional confidence
  • Tailored one‑to‑one coaching designed around individual goals, ensuring a clear and achievable career trajectory
  • A transparent progression framework, providing a structured route toward senior leadership roles and potential Partner‑track opportunities

This environment offers the ideal platform for a motivated tax professional to grow, lead and shape their future career.


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