Associate Director Business Tax

Business Tax Associate Director job in Cambridge with Big 4 firm

About the Role
Join a top-tier professional services practice in a newly created Associate Director role, well positioned for a robust leadership trajectory within the firm with clear milestones for transition to Director and subsequently to Partner.You'll collaborate closely with a market-leading team advising UK-headquartered and inbound professional practice entities-law firms, consultancies, architects, and other service-focused businesses. You'll provide technically nuanced tax advice and lead complex projects across international and domestic tax landscapes.
Key Responsibilities

Advise on international expansion, restructuring, M&A, tax governance/control, finance & tax tech transformations, and sector-specific tax issues (e.g., mixed-member rules, remote working, permanent establishment)

Oversee year-end tax processes for leading UK and US inbound law firms

Collaborate with specialist teams (GST, Transfer Pricing, Global Employer Services, VAT)

Develop and coach diverse teams while managing client relationships

What You'll Bring

ACA, ATT, CTA (or equivalent) with strong corporate/personal tax credentials

Proven advisory experience within professional practice partnerships or privately owned businesses

Broad technical knowledge of corporate and individual tax

Strong client management and commercial acumen

Leadership skills with a demonstrable track record of coaching and team development

Benefits & Perks
Financial & Recognition

Competitive base salary with annual performance-related bonus

Flexible benefits allowance to tailor your package-options include childcare vouchers, charitable donation schemes, travel and tech discounts

Health & Wellbeing

Optional pension scheme with employer contributions

Life assurance (4 base salary)

Private medical, dental, and vision cover plus health/dental/vision spending accounts

Work-Life Balance

25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Exceptional family-friendly policies, including parental leave and support for returners

Flexible Working & Culture

Hybrid working model; bespoke arrangements including 4-day weeks or varied patterns to suit your life

Access to diversity networks and volunteer/community opportunities

Development & Community

Tailored learning and development support, including technical training and leadership coaching

Engaging team culture with regular social events and volunteer initiatives

Why join this firm?

Be part of a market-leading professional practice team, working alongside senior leaders and delivering high-impact tax advice

Join a supportive and inclusive culture that values integrity, collaboration, and growth.

Enjoy flexibility in your working arrangements and strong wellbeing support

This opportunity not only offers immediate impact but also sets you on a clear path to long-term leadership, culminating in potential Partner status-all while enhancing your tax expertise and client influence.Please contact Cara Whyte at Hays to discuss further or apply directly.