In-house Partnership Tax Manager

Tax Manager - In-House Law Firm (London)

Location: London (Hybrid: minimum 3 days in the office)

We are currently supporting a highly regarded international law firm in London seeking a Tax Manager to join their in‑house Partnership Tax function. This is a newly created position that offers the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders, enhance tax processes and gain exposure to complex partnership and personal tax matters.

This role is ideal for an experienced tax professional seeking their first move in‑house from practice (Big 4, Top 10, or boutique). The firm is open to applicants looking to transition from advisory or compliance roles into a commercial, hands‑on internal environment.

The Role

The Tax Manager will take a lead role in managing the firm's UK tax compliance cycle across the LLP, its partners, and associated corporate entities. You will oversee the preparation and review of partnership tax computations, member personal tax returns, and corporate filings, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

This is a broad in‑house role that includes personal tax, partnership tax, compliance and advisory, as well as the opportunity to support on tax technical analysis and firmwide projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the full annual tax compliance cycle for the LLP, partners and corporate entities.
* Manage preparation of partnership tax computations and UK corporation tax filings.
* Oversee and review individual partner personal tax returns.
* Ensure accurate and timely tax payments and submissions.
* Manage HMRC correspondence and provide clear, well‑reasoned responses.
* Prepare and deliver annual partner tax statements, including reserving and reconciliation.
* Respond to partner queries on a range of personal and partnership tax issues.
* Manage the PAYE Settlement Agreement and other relevant compliance obligations.
* Monitor developments in UK tax legislation and assess their implications for the firm.
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, including process and technology enhancements.
* Support the Head of Partnership Tax with technical analysis, planning and project work.

Skills and Experience Required

* CTA, ACA, ATT or equivalent professional qualification.
* Strong background in UK tax compliance, including partnership tax and personal tax.
* Experience in professional services is essential; experience with legal sector clients is advantageous.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to run annual compliance cycles.
* High attention to detail with strong analytical ability.
* Clear and confident communication skills, including the ability to explain tax matters to senior stakeholders.
* Strong Excel skills and experience using tax software.
* Proactive, collaborative and keen to develop within an in‑house environment.
* Candidates currently in practice looking for their first in‑house role are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Opportunity

* Move into a high‑quality in‑house role within a respected international law firm.
* Gain exposure to complex partnership and personal tax matters rarely offered in industry roles.
* Work in a collaborative, supportive tax function with direct access to senior leadership.
* Enjoy a hybrid working model within a modern, inclusive firm with strong employee development pathways.
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

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