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January 2024

Placement of Corporate Tax Manager at Fast Growing Regional in

Northamptonshire

Hadley Whiting

Founder

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Overview:

Upon our initial interaction with this candidate, we discovered that they had recently relocated to the Midlands, having previously worked for a Top 20 firm as a Corporate Tax Manager. This shift in location sparked our interest, and we were eager to explore the potential opportunities that could align with their professional background.

Approach:

Our engagement commenced with a brief discussion over LinkedIn, which swiftly led us to a decision—to delve into the intricacies of their current situation and to present them with a comprehensive range of potential career options. The conversation revealed that flexibility and an attractive compensation package were pivotal factors for the candidate.

Post the initial call, recognizing the significance of visual aids, we crafted a detailed video market map. This resource served as an insightful guide, mapping out all conceivable options within their regional location that met the specified criteria of flexibility and salary.

Within a remarkably swift 48-hour timeframe, we meticulously curated a shortlist comprising Top 10, Top 50, and Regional firms. This selection aimed at offering a diverse array of choices, each promising in addressing the candidate's requirements.

Outcome:

In a matter of weeks, we facilitated both formal and informal discussions with several firms. The culmination of these interactions resulted in an attractive offer that surpassed the candidate's initial salary expectations by an impressive 10%.

Review:

"Hadley brings a refreshing and innovative approach to the recruitment process. He is an active listener who not only grasps your thoughts, but acts on them promptly, delivering when he says he will. I am a very satisfied client!"

Job Brief:

We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to lead and manage multiple operations of the tax practice and to deliver quality tax services. You will serve as business advisor to our clients aiming at maximizing engagement and achieving qualitative outcomes.

Deliver a full range of tax services in compliance with laws and regulations within timeframe

Build relationships and interact with clients to provide excellent planning, consulting and expertise

Provide innovative tax planning and review complex income tax returns

Identify and mitigate tax risks

Coordinate accounting staff and assess their performance

Manage tax provision and tax compliance process

Improve processes by developing or implementing best practices

Manage and coordinate tax audits

Maintain tax balances on general ledger

Prepare all tax papers in regular basis and handle all information data requests

Requierements:

Proven work experience as a Tax Manager or Senior Manager

ACA or CTA Qualified

Knowledge of tax software and MS Office

Good at meeting deadlines and solving problems

Exceptional client service along with the ability to develop excellent client relationships

Strong leadership and personnel management skills

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