Private Client Tax Director – Family Office

About the role

We are looking for a highly strategic and discreet Private Client Tax Director to lead the tax function of a multi‑generational family office. You will design and execute sophisticated tax, estate and wealth‑transfer strategies while advising the family on complex, cross‑border tax matters.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced tax planning strategies to optimise capital gains, inheritance and wealth‑transfer taxes.
• Advise on fund‑related investments, remuneration structures such as carried interest, and design tax‑efficient structures for new investments, real‑estate acquisitions and business divestitures.
• Coordinate global tax planning, manage international residency status and collaborate with legal counsel and trustees on estate, trust and foundation structures.
• Oversee preparation and timely filing of corporate, partnership, trust and individual tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage tax authority audits, notices and inquiries with full discretion.
• Monitor legislative changes and ensure compliance with beneficial‑ownership, AML and CRS/FATCA requirements.

Required profile

• ACA and CTA qualified.
• 10+ years of private‑client tax experience, preferably in a private‑wealth practice, top‑tier accounting firm or family office.
• Deep multi‑jurisdictional knowledge of personal income tax, capital gains, trusts, estates and corporate structures.
• Proven ability to handle highly sensitive information with absolute integrity.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary range £170,000‑£250,000 per year plus benefits.
• Opportunity to work with a prestigious family office and influence long‑term wealth strategy.
• Supportive environment that values discretion and professional development.