Private Client Tax Director

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Glasgow, as they look to appoint a talented and experienced Private Client Tax Director. This is an exceptional role for a senior tax professional ready to take real ownership, lead a thriving private client portfolio, and make a meaningful impact at a firm that genuinely invests in its people. Alongside a competitive salary, the firm offers flexible working arrangements, a company pension, and much more, making this an outstanding package for the right candidate.

The firm has built a strong reputation across Scotland for delivering outstanding advisory services to high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and family offices. As Private Client Tax Director, you will lead and develop a dedicated team, manage complex personal tax matters, and work closely with partners to drive the strategic growth of the private client offering. This is a role where your technical expertise will be valued, your ideas will be heard, and your career ambitions will be supported at every stage.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be working exclusively on behalf of this leading firm. As a specialist recruiter with deep expertise in the UK accountancy practice sector, Crowe Watson is ideally placed to match exceptional tax professionals with firms where they will truly flourish. If you are looking for a role that combines technical challenge, leadership responsibility, and genuine long-term progression, this is the opportunity for you.

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that this role is unable to offer visa sponsorship, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a portfolio of private client and high-net-worth tax engagements, providing strategic advisory and compliance services

Drive the development and mentoring of a high-performing private client tax team, supporting career growth at all levels

Work collaboratively with partners to identify and develop new business opportunities across the private client and owner-managed business space

Contribute to firm-wide strategy and play a visible role in the firm's growth and profile across Scotland

Oversee the delivery of complex tax planning matters including IHT, CGT, trusts, and estates, ensuring the highest standards of technical quality

Requirements

CTA and/or ACA/CA qualified, with extensive experience in private client tax at a senior level

Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment

Proven track record of managing and developing client relationships at director or equivalent level

Strong technical knowledge across personal tax, IHT, CGT, trusts, and estate planning

Demonstrable leadership experience with the ability to inspire and develop a team