Hays are recruiting for an established and reputable small practice. They are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to take a lead role across personal, corporate, trust and share scheme taxation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and close client relationships within a supportive, hands-on environment.The RoleYou will manage a mixed portfolio and act as a key point of contact for clients, partners, and advisers. The position combines compliance oversight with high-quality advisory work, with particular responsibility for trust taxation and employment-related securities.Key ResponsibilitiesPortfolio and ComplianceManage a varied portfolio of personal, corporate and partnership clientsPrepare and review self-assessment and CT600 returnsLiaise with HMRC on enquiries and client mattersMonitor deadlines and ensure timely filingsTrustsPrepare and review SA900 trust returnsHandle IHT100 reporting, periodic and exit charge calculationsAdvise on distributions and inheritance tax implicationsOversee Trust Registration Service complianceWork closely with trustees and professional advisersShare SchemesManage annual ERS filingsSupport EMI and other tax-advantaged share schemesAdvise on compliance requirements and notificationsLiaise with clients, payroll teams and legal advisersAdvisory WorkProfit extraction planningIncorporations and restructuresCapital gains tax planningSuccession and exit planningIdentify proactive tax-planning opportunitiesTeam a