About this role
Tax Investigations Senior Manager
London | £70,000-£90,000 + Benefits | Hybrid Working
An established Top 20 accountancy firm is looking to appoint a Tax Investigations Senior Manager to join its growing tax team in London.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax investigations specialist looking for more than just their next move, with a genuine pathway to Director for someone looking to develop their technical expertise, commercial impact and leadership responsibilities.
The Role
You will play a key role in managing complex tax investigations and disputes, working closely with Partners and Directors while helping to develop the firm's offering in this specialist area.
Responsibilities will include
- Managing a varied portfolio of HMRC investigations and tax disputes.
- Advising clients on complex enquiries, disclosures, settlements and penalty mitigation.
- Handling cases involving COP8, COP9, Code of Practice investigations and the Worldwide Disclosure Facility.
- Building strong client relationships and identifying opportunities to develop existing accounts.
- Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team.
- Working alongside other tax specialists to identify opportunities for collaboration and grow the wider practice.
What We're Looking For
- Strong experience in tax investigations, tax disputes or HMRC enquiry work.
- Experience managing complex cases and advising clients on sensitive tax matters.
- The ability to build trusted relationships with clients and professional advisers.
- A commercial mindset, with an interest in developing new business and growing a specialist offering.
- The ambition to progress towards Director level.
What's on Offer?
- Salary of £70,000-£90,000, depending on experience.
- A genuine pathway to Director for the right individual.
- Hybrid working and flexibility around your working week.
- The opportunity to work within an established Top 20 accountancy firm.
- Exposure to complex, interesting investigations and high-quality client work.
- The chance to develop your commercial profile and play a meaningful role in the growth of the team.
Interested?
If you're a Tax Investigations Manager or Senior Manager considering your next step, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.
Equally, if you're an experienced specialist who feels ready for greater responsibility and a clearer route to Director, this could be worth exploring.
Get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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What investigation roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Claims / junior investigator | £28,000–£38,000 |
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