Private Client Tax Associate Director

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Glasgow as they search for an experienced Private Client Tax Associate Director to join their growing team, offering flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more. You will take ownership of a varied portfolio of private clients, including high net worth individuals, trusts, and business owners, while playing an active role in developing junior members of the team and contributing to the wider growth of the private client tax function.

This is a firm that genuinely invests in its people, offering a clear route to Director level for the right candidate. This role would suit a CTA or ACA/ACCA qualified tax professional with substantial private client tax experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment, who is looking for genuine progression, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact within a leading Glasgow firm.

What is the day-to-day of the role

Manage a diverse portfolio of private clients, including HNWIs, trusts, and business owners

Provide advisory-led tax planning alongside compliance across income tax, CGT, and IHT

Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor

Support the development and mentoring of junior tax staff

Contribute to business development and growth of the private client tax offering

Required Skills and Qualifications

CTA, ACA, or ACCA qualified (or equivalent experience)

Strong technical knowledge of private client tax matters

Previous experience working within a UK Practice environment

Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead on complex tax matters

Strong communication and people management skills

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Strong company pension

Clear route to Director level

Genuine progression and autonomy

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 we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.