Private Assurance Tax Executive

R1030248
More than you expected Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton. Job Description: NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF. Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. The Private Assurance Team works with a huge variety of high-net-worth individuals, ensuring their compliance obligations are met. We build relationships with clients, talking to them about all aspects of their financial affairs, getting involved in advisory assignments where relevant. We are constantly striving to improve how we work, refining processes within the team and taking advantage of the newest technology to support us in the way we interact with our clients. We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life. A look into the role As a Tax Executive within our Private Assurance team:

• You’ll be working on more complex tax assignments and projects, taking ownership of your own portfolio of clients, with support from the Manager.
• You’ll be given a degree of autonomy in the delivery of your work but we will always be available to support you where necessary.
• You’ll be preparing tax returns and computations for Manager review in conjunction with agreed timescales.
• You’ll interact directly with your clients, developing an effective relationship as a trusted adviser and giving excellent client service.
• You’ll take responsibility for driving the tax return process for your clients, working proactively to manage your portfolio and prioritising day-to-day tasks.
• This role is key to the operation of our private tax function, so we’ll make sure you’re given opportunities to learn and develop to maintain the required high standards.
• You’ll be a proactive and valued member of a specialist team and will have the opportunity to develop an internal network within the tax department, the wider tax practice and sector group.

Knowing you’re right for us Joining us as a Tax Executive, the minimum criteria you’ll need is experience in UK Personal Tax, A-Levels or equivalent, good grades in Maths and English GCSE, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.

• ATT qualification (or working towards) – study support is available
• Self-motivated and driven
• Highly organised with an ability to work to deadlines and manage expectations

Knowing we’re right for you Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. Beyond the job Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values – Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be. #GTRO #LI-BW1