Indirect Tax Senior Manager Location: Belfast, Northern IrelandThe Opportunity Broadgate Search is retained on a confidential and exclusive basis by a highly regarded, independently owned firm of accountants and business advisers to appoint an Indirect Tax Senior Manager. Our client's identity is not disclosed at advert stage; full details of the business, its structure and its market position are shared only with candidates who progress to a confidential conversation with Broadgate Search. This is a genuinely influential leadership role within a growing Indirect Tax team, offering real scope to shape the strategic direction of the service line, develop senior client relationships and build a platform toward Director level.The Role The successful candidate will play a key leadership role within the Indirect Tax team, taking responsibility for the delivery, quality and growth of our client's indirect tax service offering. The role involves leading a portfolio of complex compliance and advisory engagements, developing and maintaining senior client relationships, driving business development activity, and supporting the strategic direction of the service line. You will provide technical leadership, coach and develop team members, and work closely with senior leadership to identify opportunities for growth and operational improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the review of significant advisory and compliance engagements, ensuring quality, consistency and adherence to risk management procedures.Take overall responsibility for managing a portfolio of indirect tax clients, acting as a trusted advisor and senior point of contact.Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, identifying opportunities to add value and expand service offerings.Drive continuous improvement across indirect tax compliance and advisory processes, enhancing efficiency and client experience.Oversee the allocation and delivery of work across the team, managing resource planning and ensuring deadlines and utilisation targets are met.Provide technical leadership on complex VAT and indirect tax matters, supporting the team in resolving issues and delivering robust solutions.Take ownership of significant advisory projects, delivering commercially focused advice and practical recommendations.Support clients with VAT structuring, transactions, risk mitigation, HMRC enquiries and complex technical matters.Monitor developments in legislation, HMRC policy and case law, assessing impact on clients and proactively identifying advisory opportunities.Work closely with senior leadership to develop and execute business development plans and strategic growth initiatives.Lead the preparation of proposals, tenders and presentations, contributing to new business wins and strengthening client relationships.Represent the business at client meetings, networking events, seminars and industry forums.Identify opportunities for cross-selling and collaboration with other service lines.Lead, mentor and develop Managers, Assistant Managers and junior team members, fostering technical excellence and supporting career progression.Contribute to the development of the indirect tax strategy and support delivery of key business initiatives.  Experience and Skills RequiredExtensive experience within indirect tax, with a strong focus on advisory services and delivering commercially focused solutions to clients.Proven experience operating at Manager or Senior Manager level within a professional services environment.Strong technical knowledge of VAT and indirect tax legislation, with the ability to provide practical, commercially focused advice.Demonstrated experience managing complex client portfolios and leading high-value client relationships.Demonstrated ability to identify, develop and convert advisory opportunities, contributing to revenue growth.Strong business development skills with a track record of identifying opportunities and contributing to revenue growth.Experience leading and developing high-performing teams, including coaching, mentoring and performance management.Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the wider professional services market.Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.CTA qualified, ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent professional qualification preferred.What's On Offer A competitive salary and benefits package, a clear and genuine route to Director level, and the opportunity to take a leading role in shaping the future of an ambitious and growing indirect tax practice.How to Apply This search is being handled in strict confidence by Broadgate Search. To find out more, including full details of the firm behind this opportunity, please contact William at Broadgate Search in complete confidence. Email: william@broadgatesearch.com

Audit Assistant Manager Bolton | Hybrid Working Lead Audits, Develop Your Career and Make an Impact An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to join a growing and ambitious audit team in Bolton. This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of commercial businesses, owner-managed companies and charities, while supporting the delivery of audit engagements, developing junior team members and building strong client relationships. Working closely with Audit Managers, Directors and Partners, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality audit services and contributing to the continued success and growth of the audit practice. The position operates within a flexible hybrid working model, with regular presence across the Bolton office, client sites and the wider Greater Manchester and North West audit region. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious audit professional looking to take the next step in their career. You'll gain exposure to a diverse client base while strengthening your leadership, technical and client management skills. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the planning, execution and completion of audit assignmentsManage a portfolio of audit clients alongside Audit Managers and PartnersAct as a key point of contact for clients throughout engagementsReview audit work prepared by junior team membersCoach, mentor and train trainees and audit seniorsSupport audit delivery to ensure quality and compliance standards are metAssist with budgeting, resourcing and engagement planningManage multiple assignments and deadlines effectivelyBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsIdentify opportunities to provide additional services to clientsContribute to networking and business development initiativesSupport Managers, Directors and Partners with ad hoc projects and strategic growth plansAbout You You'll be a proactive and commercially aware audit professional who enjoys working with clients, leading teams and delivering exceptional service. Essential RequirementsACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualificationExternal audit experience gained within a professional practice environmentStrong post-qualified audit experienceExperience leading audit assignments and supervising staffExcellent client-facing and relationship management skillsStrong technical audit and accounting knowledgeExperience reviewing work prepared by junior colleaguesExcellent organisational and time management skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and deadlinesDesirable ExperienceExperience working with commercial businesses, owner-managed companies and charitiesExposure to business development and networking activitiesExperience supporting client portfolio managementStrong commercial awareness and problem-solving skillsWhat's on OfferComprehensive benefits packagePrivate Medical InsuranceEnhanced family leave policiesCompetitive pension schemeLife assurance and Death in Service benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammePaid volunteering dayHybrid and agile working environmentModern office facilitiesOngoing professional development and career progression opportunities

Audit Manager Bolton | Hybrid Working Lead, Develop and Grow Within a High-Performing Audit Team An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Manager to join a growing and ambitious audit team in Bolton. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of commercial businesses, owner-managed companies and charities while leading audit engagements, developing team members and building long-term client relationships. Working as part of a collaborative leadership team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services, supporting the development of junior colleagues and contributing to the continued success and growth of the audit practice. The position operates within a flexible hybrid working model, with regular presence across the Bolton office, client sites and the wider Greater Manchester and North West audit region. The Opportunity This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced audit professional looking to take ownership of a client portfolio while developing their leadership, commercial and business development capabilities. You will work closely with Partners and Directors, helping to drive client service excellence, team development and continued growth across the audit practice. Key ResponsibilitiesManage audit engagements from planning through to completionLead and oversee a portfolio of audit clientsBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsReview audit work and ensure technical excellence across engagementsCoach, mentor and develop junior team membersSupport the development and performance of direct reportsManage multiple engagements simultaneouslyEnsure assignments are delivered to the highest quality standardsMonitor engagement profitability, budgets and delivery timelinesIdentify opportunities to support clients through additional servicesContribute to networking, relationship-building and business development activitiesWork closely with Partners and Directors to support strategic growth initiativesAbout You You'll be a commercially minded audit professional who enjoys managing client relationships, developing people and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. Essential RequirementsACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualificationExternal audit experience gained within practiceSignificant post-qualified audit experienceProven experience managing audit portfoliosStrong client-facing and stakeholder management skillsExperience coaching, mentoring and developing team membersStrong technical audit knowledgeExcellent organisational and project management skillsAbility to manage multiple engagements and competing prioritiesDesirable ExperienceExperience working with commercial, owner-managed business and charity clientsExposure to business development and networking activitiesExperience reviewing and signing off work produced by junior auditorsStrong commercial awareness and profitability management experienceWhat's on OfferComprehensive benefits packagePrivate Medical InsuranceEnhanced family leave policiesCompetitive pension schemeLife assurance and Death in Service benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammePaid volunteering dayHybrid and agile working environmentModern office facilitiesOngoing professional development and leadership training

Audit Manager Manchester | Hybrid Working Lead, Develop and Grow Within a High-Performing Audit Team An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Audit Manager to join a growing and ambitious audit team in Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of commercial businesses, owner-managed companies and charities while leading audit engagements, developing team members and building long-term client relationships. Working as part of a collaborative leadership team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services, supporting the development of junior colleagues and contributing to the continued success and growth of the audit practice. The position operates within a flexible hybrid working model, with regular presence across the Manchester office, client sites and the wider Greater Manchester and North West audit region. The Opportunity This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced audit professional looking to take ownership of a client portfolio while developing their leadership, commercial and business development capabilities. You will work closely with Partners and Directors, helping to drive client service excellence, team development and continued growth across the audit practice. Key ResponsibilitiesManage audit engagements from planning through to completionLead and oversee a portfolio of audit clientsBuild and maintain strong client relationshipsReview audit work and ensure technical excellence across engagementsCoach, mentor and develop junior team membersSupport the development and performance of direct reportsManage multiple engagements simultaneouslyEnsure assignments are delivered to the highest quality standardsMonitor engagement profitability, budgets and delivery timelinesIdentify opportunities to support clients through additional servicesContribute to networking, relationship-building and business development activitiesWork closely with Partners and Directors to support strategic growth initiativesAbout You You'll be a commercially minded audit professional who enjoys managing client relationships, developing people and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. Essential RequirementsACA, ACCA, ICAS or equivalent professional qualificationExternal audit experience gained within practiceSignificant post-qualified audit experienceProven experience managing audit portfoliosStrong client-facing and stakeholder management skillsExperience coaching, mentoring and developing team membersStrong technical audit knowledgeExcellent organisational and project management skillsAbility to manage multiple engagements and competing prioritiesDesirable ExperienceExperience working with commercial, owner-managed business and charity clientsExposure to business development and networking activitiesExperience reviewing and signing off work produced by junior auditorsStrong commercial awareness and profitability management experienceWhat's on OfferComprehensive benefits packagePrivate Medical InsuranceEnhanced family leave policiesCompetitive pension schemeLife assurance and Death in Service benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammePaid volunteering dayHybrid and agile working environmentModern office facilitiesOngoing professional development and leadership training

Senior Operational Risk Manager - £85,000-£95,000Location: Milton Keynes / LondonBroadgate Search are proud to be working on a retained basis with our client, a leading UK regulated financial services organisation, to appoint a Senior Operational Risk Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and play a key role in strengthening operational risk oversight across technology, data, cyber and transformation.The OpportunityAs an Operational Risk Manager, you will work with the Head of Operational Risk in delivering effective oversight, challenge and advice on operational risks. Our client is seeking an Operational Resilience expert that has first hand experience with maturing Data and Technology infrastructure. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across Technology, Claims, Operations and HR, helping to shape risk appetite, provide meaningful MI, and deliver assurance activity on the organisation’s key risk exposures.This role offers the chance to work at both enterprise and directorate levels, providing oversight across a wide range of operational risks, while contributing to the development of a strong, pragmatic risk culture that balances innovation and sustainability.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with senior stakeholders to oversee and challenge technology, cyber, data and transformation risks.Support the development of operational risk appetite, profiles, and reporting to Executive committees.Deliver robust assurance activity including governance forums, stakeholder engagement, and deep dives.Monitor enterprise-wide operational risk exposures against appetite, escalating issues as appropriate.Produce high-quality, data-driven MI and reporting for Executive and Board audiences.Promote a strong risk and control culture that enables innovation and flexibility.About YouWe are looking for someone with:At least 5 years’ experience overseeing operational risk (including cyber, technology, data and transformation).Experience in digital/technology transformations and delivering at pace.Strong skills in producing data-driven risk MI and assurance opinions.Experience writing reports for Executive and Board-level stakeholders.If you would like to have a conversation about this then please forward your cv for consideration

Business Development Director - Asset Managers & BanksOur client, a growing financial technology and information services business, is looking to appoint a Business Development Director to support continued commercial growth across its institutional customer base.Roles & ResponsibilitiesGenerate new business opportunities and develop relationships with senior financial-services decision makers.Manage complex sales processes from initial engagement through to contract negotiation and close.Develop and grow relationships across existing strategic accounts.Identify opportunities to introduce additional products and services to existing customers.Work collaboratively with internal product, commercial and client-facing teams to progress opportunities.Essential Skills & Experience5–15 years' experience in financial data technology or enterprise technologyProven experience selling complex solutions to institutional financial-services clients.Strong track record of new business development and enterprise sales.

Private Client Tax Senior Manager | Belfast - HybridSalary:  £65,000k to £75,000k base plus benefitsAdvisory-Focused Role | Full Client Ownership This is an exciting opportunity for a Private Client Tax Manager to join a highly regarded professional services firm, taking on a genuinely advisory-led role with full ownership of a diverse client portfolio.  This position offers the chance to move beyond pure compliance and step into a role where you will lead on complex advisory work, build long-term client relationships, and play an active role in developing junior team members and contributing to business growth.  It’s a great opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise with client interaction, commercial thinking, and people development. The Role In this role, you will take ownership of a portfolio of private clients, delivering high-quality advisory services across areas such as inheritance tax, capital gains tax, trusts, estates, and succession planning. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, building strong, long-term relationships and becoming their main point of contact for complex personal tax matters. You will also:Lead and deliver complex private client advisory work end-to-endManage and develop client relationships, providing proactive, trusted adviceIdentify opportunities for new advisory work and contribute to business developmentOversee multiple assignments, ensuring high-quality delivery and strong client serviceReview and sign off complex compliance work where requiredCollaborate with wider teams to deliver joined-up client solutionsMentor and support junior team members in their technical and professional developmentTake responsibility for engagements from initial opportunity through to delivery and billingAbout You To be successful in this role, you will have:Strong experience in private client tax within a professional services environmentA clear focus on advisory work, alongside compliance experienceProfessional qualification (CTA, ACA/CA, ATT, STEP or equivalent)Experience managing client relationships directly and confidentlyStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projectsExperience mentoring or supporting junior team membersA commercial mindset with the ability to spot and develop opportunitiesExcellent communication skills and confidence working with clientsThe ability to work independently and take full ownership of your portfolioExposure to international tax matters and UK/Ireland cross-border work would be advantageous but not essential.

Training & Competence Supervisor  Our client is a well-established and growing wealth management group, home to a team of Financial Planners, Mortgage Advisers and Corporate Financial Planners across the UK. As they continue to grow, they're looking for a Training & Competence Supervisor to join their T&C function and help ensure advisers are supported, developed, and compliant with FCA requirements. What you'll be doing:Overseeing T&C for a portfolio of advisers, ensuring compliance with FCA regulations and the firm's T&C SchemeRunning observed meetings, 1-2-1s, coaching and feedback sessionsSupporting new and trainee advisers on their journey to full competent adviser statusDelivering induction and ongoing trainingMaintaining accurate T&C records and reporting findings with clear recommendationsMonitoring transactions against company and FCA benchmarksWhat you'll need:Current experience in a Training & Competence role within Financial Services, and a clear understanding of what the role involves day to dayLevel 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS or DipFA)Strong observation, coaching and feedback skillsA pragmatic, analytical approach with the confidence to challenge appropriatelyExcellent communication skills, comfortable presenting to individuals and groupsDesirable:Previous experience as a Financial Planner/AdviserJ07 (Supervision in a Regulated Environment) or equivalentThis is a full-time, home-based role with occasional travel to the Bath and London London