Personal Tax Semi-Senior / Senior St Albans

Personal Tax Semi-Senior / Senior St Albans Finish the year with a career move that actually excites you, or start next year knowing you’ve got something exciting to look forward to in 2026 As the year draws to a close and many tax professionals are reflecting on what’s next, an excellent opportunity has opened up to join a well-established and highly regarded private client tax team in St Albans. This role is perfect for a Personal Tax Senior who enjoys a true mix of compliance and advisory work, values client relationships, and wants to be part of a supportive, professional, and friendly team – not just another cog in the machine. What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing and reviewing Self-Assessment tax returns for individuals, directors, and business owners
• Getting involved in tax planning and advisory projects, including IHT, trusts, and private client planning
• Building strong relationships by liaising directly with clients and HMRC
• Managing your own diverse portfolio, delivering a high standard of client service
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members, helping them develop as the next generation of tax talent

What we’re looking for:

• ATT or CTA qualified (or part-qualified with strong, relevant experience)
• A solid background in personal tax within a practice environment
• Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Why consider this role?

• A stable and reputable firm with an excellent name in the market
• A genuinely varied role with exposure beyond pure compliance
• Supportive culture with room to develop, progress and specialise
• A great opportunity to start 2025 in a role that offers long-term satisfaction, not just a job

Interested? Let’s talk. For further information, please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood: If this role isn’t quite right, still get in touch – we’re recruiting across the tax market and would be happy to discuss alternative opportunities. Referral bonus: Refer a friend or colleague and receive a minimum of £500 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role. Make your next move a rewarding one – there’s no better time than now.This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.