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Director of Finance and Tax Broadgate’s client is a high-growth, top-tier global venture capital firm backing category-defining technology businesses across major international hubs. In an exciting, newly created role to support the firm’s rapid European expansion, they are seeking a Director of Finance and Tax to take full ownership of tax strategy, fund administration, and financial oversight across all German entities.ResponsibilitiesOversee comprehensive German tax compliance and regulatory filings across all domestic management entities and operating vehicles.Lead relationships with external tax advisers and auditors, ensuring timely, accurate submission of corporate tax returns and statutory accounts.Direct end-to-end fund administration across German fund vehicles, including fund accounting, capital call execution, investor distributions, and portfolio valuations.Manage LP communications and investor reporting, acting as the primary point of contact for tax queries, reporting requests, and fund operations.Organize and prepare materials for advisory board meetings and LPAC sessions.Administer carried interest schemes, tracking allocations and processing carry distributions in accordance with fund documentation.Provide guidance on cross-border employment tax considerations for local personnel operating within global organizational frameworks.Essential ExperienceMinimum 5 years of experience in German tax within VC/PE, asset management, or top-tier professional advisory.Formal tax qualification (Steuerberater) or equivalent experience owning German tax compliance for regulated financial structures.Proven experience in a regulated financial institution, ideally working with private clients Experience in Deal Tax and Corporate tax

Senior HR Consultant Aberdeen | Full or Part-Time (minimum 4 days per week) | Hybrid, with travel to client sites   Discover Your Potential. Build Your Career. We are a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world. Everyone has what it takes to succeed – we'll help you get there. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We succeed together as one team, building strong client relationships through passion, empathy, and straightforward advice. We invest in brilliant talent across every area of the business, offering tailored training, professional qualifications, and continuous support to help you grow. Your growth matters to us. We'll give you the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to lead, learn, and make an impact. Guided by our core values, we foster a culture where collaboration, trust, and enthusiasm thrive.   Dedicated to Helping You Achieve Your Goals Your career is what you make it. We are here to help you turn ambition into action, whether that's becoming a technical expert, a future leader, or someone who simply makes a difference every day. If you're ready to be part of a team that's united by purpose and driven by values, we'd love to hear from you.   Our Commitment to ESG We take our responsibility seriously – from reducing our environmental impact, to supporting education through training and talent programmes, to giving back to our local communities through our charitable initiatives. ESG is part of who we are.   Role Purpose A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior HR Consultant to join our team in Aberdeen on a full or part time basis (minimum 4 days per week). Candidates should hold a Level 7 Advanced CIPD accreditation (or equivalent), demonstrate substantial experience in strategic HR roles, or be willing to work towards achieving this qualification in the near future.   About Us We are a full-service people consultancy, working with our clients to support them with their HR, Health & Safety and Talent Development needs. Our unique range of services enables clients to deliver their ambitions through the most critical part of their organisation – people. Our team comprises 60+ HR, Health & Safety and Talent Development specialists working across many locations across the UK. We are fully invested in our clients' businesses and work in partnership with them to help build better workplaces. Our innovative approach enables us to build a deep understanding of our clients' organisations, tailoring our service to their unique needs. We provide flexible support to our clients, enabling their businesses to scale to their full potential through the attraction, retention, and development of key talent. We are exceptionally proud of our client base and are a trusted HR partner to some of the most innovative and high-growth businesses in the UK. As part of a wider professional services group, we have access to 1,000+ business advisors and work together to deliver solutions for clients across the critical business areas of people and finance. Our approach is different, and our success is down to one thing – our people. That is why our first value is ‘Nothing is more important than our people’. We give ambitious and driven people who are full of bright ideas a head start with inspiring career opportunities. Each individual is a leader in their area of expertise, which makes for an outstanding, innovative and creative workforce – and helps make us an award-winning team.   About the Job This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join our supportive and close-knit team. The role may be suited to someone who is developing in their HR career (4+ years' experience) and is perhaps currently working in an internal HR role but is looking to move to a consultancy role, where the focus is on building strong relationships with clients and giving sound, commercial advice. Alternatively, you may already work for a consultancy and be looking to move to a smaller, growing business with lots of room to grow and develop. We are looking for a candidate who has a portfolio of experience within HR and Employment Law but is still looking to grow and develop within a fast-paced business environment, who can build relationships quickly and is excited to support a range of clients across sectors. No one day is the same. We work with clients at various stages of their growth journey – whether they are starting out, an established SME, a scaling business, or a large organisation. The dynamic environments in which our clients operate requires us to be both proactive and reactive to ensure we deliver an excellent customer service. In this varied role you can expect to be working on the following tasks and duties as the main focus of your days: Providing commercially focused and pragmatic advice and recommendations around day-to-day HR and employment issues that focus on ER processes. Working with clients to continuously improve their current HR set ups by recommending and assisting with implementing solutions, changes and practical tools to help them grow. Advising management teams on the practical application of their HR policies and helping them recruit, train and manage their new team members. Helping our clients build inclusive, welcoming and values-driven cultures and working environments. Mentoring and supporting the development of team members, acting as first point of contact for HR queries and on management support and advice. Preparing documentation on behalf of clients to support internal processes such as onboarding, appraisals, probation, absence management, employee relations cases, benefits administration, employment contracts, and offboarding processes. Preparing, reviewing and refreshing template client toolkits and documentation.   About You To thrive in our dynamic environment, you will be able to demonstrate the following skills, experience and qualities: Applied knowledge of HR practice, employee relations and legislation (min. 4 years' experience) and an understanding of how to translate this into simple, effective and practical advice and tools for clients. Excellent communication and listening skills with the ability to explain complex ideas and concepts in a clear, concise, jargon-free manner to clients aligned to their needs and desired outcomes. Excellent questioning skills to carefully understand client issues and needs in order to develop and implement tailored solutions and fulfil requirements. A consultative and flexible approach with the ability to tailor solutions to requirements and take a commercial and client-focused approach to problem solving. Effective people skills, building trust, rapport and confidence with clients and internally within the team. Discretion and an awareness and understanding of strict confidentiality requirements. A forward-thinking, solutions-focused and innovative approach to improving and developing tools, processes and solutions. Responsive and client-focused, recognising the importance of facilitating an excellent client experience and representing the brand externally. Committed to continuous improvement and ongoing learning & personal development. Highly organised, diligent and with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively. Willing and able to travel to office locations and client sites, as required. CIPD-qualified, or willing to work toward gaining this qualification in the future. HR System implementation experience would be an advantage. A full driving licence and access to a car are essential for this role due to regular travel to client sites.   This is a fast-paced role in a growing company and the above list of tasks and responsibilities is not exhaustive. As a member of our growing team you will have the opportunity to be involved in a broader range of activities than those described above, to mentor our consultants, and to be mentored and supported by our Team Managers as you develop your HR and consultancy skills.   What We Offer We want you to feel supported inside and outside of work. That's why we offer a benefits package designed for your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career.   Time Off & Family Support Annual leave (plus public holidays), with the option to buy or carry over leave Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption) Paid volunteering day to support causes that matter to you   Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for you, with the option to cover family members Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support Death in Service benefit   Financial Security Competitive pension scheme Life assurance policies to support you and your family   Flexible & Agile Working Hybrid working model Agile working culture that supports flexible hours and smarter working Modern office spaces designed for collaboration, focus, and wellbeing

Payroll Advisor (Enterprise) Aberdeen or Glasgow  |  £30,000 to £32,000  |  Hybrid working The Opportunity Our client, a well-established professional services firm with a long track record of advising organisations across a range of sectors, is looking for an experienced Payroll Advisor to join its Enterprise payroll team. This search is being run on a confidential basis; full details of the business will be shared with shortlisted candidates. This is a strong next step for someone who already has solid payroll experience and is ready to take on more responsibility: advising clients directly, supervising junior colleagues, and getting involved in more technical and complex payroll work.   What You'll Be Doing Advising clients on a range of payroll and compliance matters, applying your technical knowledge across different scenarios to meet their needs Processing complex payrolls and researching solutions to technical problems, escalating where needed Reviewing and issuing client output with a good degree of autonomy, while keeping risk front of mind Building genuine relationships with clients and their teams, and spotting opportunities where the firm could support them further Delegating and managing workflow across the team, making sure junior colleagues understand what's expected and are supported to deliver Reviewing the work of junior colleagues, giving feedback, and helping develop their skills Keeping on top of payroll legislation changes and helping implement updates to processes as needed Reviewing and sending payment runs in line with audit requirements Maintaining clear, accurate process documentation for your client portfolio Testing software updates and liaising with providers when issues come up Acting as a first point of contact for more junior team members needing day-to-day guidance Contributing to monthly control reviews as part of the wider audit process Getting involved in process improvement initiatives across the team What We're Looking For Experience & qualifications Relevant professional qualifications, plus Higher/A-Level or equivalent A degree is preferred but not essential Around 3 to 4 years' relevant payroll experience, ideally in a similar advisory role Experience managing a client portfolio and working to tight deadlines Some experience of technical compliance and advisory work Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff is an advantage Skills & attributes Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail Confident written and verbal communicator Comfortable with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and payroll software A natural problem-solver with sound knowledge of relevant payroll legislation and best practice A team player who builds good relationships at all levels Self-motivated, able to work on your own initiative and turn ideas into action Why Apply This is a genuinely varied role with a clear path for progression. You'll get real client exposure, a say in how the team runs, and the chance to develop both your technical expertise and your people-management experience. The client offers a supportive, collaborative culture and is investing in the growth of this team. This role is being handled on a confidential basis. The identity of the hiring organisation will be disclosed to candidates who progress to interview.

HR Consultant - Belfast Discover Your Potential. Build Your Career. We're a growing professional services group supporting individuals, family businesses and organisations across the UK and beyond. Our specialisms span the full range of business advisory work — from finance and tax through to people, payroll and talent consultancy — and we work with clients as they grow, from ambitious start-ups to established, scaling businesses. We believe our people come first. We build strong client relationships through genuine partnership, straightforward advice and a real understanding of what our clients need. We invest heavily in our team, offering structured training, support toward professional qualifications, and plenty of room to grow into new challenges as your career develops. We're also committed to doing right by our communities and the environment, with active volunteering, training and sustainability programmes running throughout the business.   The Opportunity We're hiring a HR Consultant to join our people consultancy team, on a full-time basis. We're looking for someone who is working towards a Level 7 Advanced CIPD accreditation (or equivalent), with solid experience operating in a strategic HR capacity. About the Team We're a dedicated people consultancy, helping client organisations with everything from HR and employee relations to health & safety and talent development. Our specialists work closely with each client to really understand their business, then tailor support around what they actually need — whether that's advice on a single issue or ongoing partnership as their HR function scales. We're proud to work with some of the most ambitious and fast-growing businesses in the country, and being part of a larger advisory group means we can also call on specialist expertise from across finance and other business disciplines when clients need it. Above everything, our approach comes down to our people — we look for driven, curious individuals and give them the platform to become genuine experts in their field, which is a big part of why we've been recognised for the quality of our team. About the Role This is a great opportunity for someone building their HR career (roughly 4+ years' experience) who's currently in an internal HR role and wants to move into consultancy, where you're working directly with a portfolio of clients and giving commercial, practical advice rather than sitting inside one organisation. Equally, it would suit someone already in a consultancy setting who's looking for a smaller, closer-knit team with real scope to grow. You'll need a solid grounding in HR and employment law, but just as importantly, the appetite to keep developing, build relationships quickly, and support a varied client base across different sectors. No two days look the same. Our clients sit at very different stages of growth — some just starting out, others established SMEs, scale-ups or larger organisations — so the role calls for someone comfortable being both proactive and reactive to deliver a consistently excellent service. Day to day, you can expect to be: Giving commercially minded, practical advice on day-to-day HR and employment issues, with a strong focus on employee relations. Working with clients to review and improve their existing HR setup, recommending and helping implement new tools, processes and ways of working. Advising management teams on applying HR policy in practice, and supporting them to recruit, onboard and manage new starters. Helping clients build inclusive, values-led cultures and working environments. Supporting and mentoring junior team members, and acting as a first point of contact for HR queries and management guidance. Preparing documentation to support client processes such as onboarding, appraisals, probation, absence management, employee relations cases, benefits administration, contracts and offboarding. Reviewing and refreshing template toolkits and client-facing documentation. What You'll Bring At least 4 years of applied HR and employee relations experience, including a working knowledge of relevant employment legislation, and the ability to turn that into clear, practical guidance for clients. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues simply and without jargon, tailored to what each client actually needs. Sharp questioning and listening skills to properly understand a client's situation before proposing a solution. A flexible, consultative style — commercially minded and genuinely client-focused when solving problems. The ability to build trust and rapport quickly, both with clients and colleagues. Discretion and a strong sense of confidentiality. A proactive, improvement-minded approach to developing new tools and ways of working. A responsive, service-oriented mindset — you'll often be representing the business directly to clients. A genuine interest in continuous learning and professional development. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities. Willingness to travel to client sites and other office locations as needed. CIPD qualification (or working towards one). Experience with HR system implementation would be a bonus. A full driving licence and access to a car, as the role involves regular travel to clients. This is a fast-moving role and the list above isn't exhaustive — there's plenty of scope to get involved in a wider range of work, mentor others, and be supported by experienced managers as you build your consultancy career.   What's On Offer We want people to feel properly supported, both in and outside of work, so our benefits package covers wellbeing, lifestyle and long-term career development. Time off & family support Generous annual leave (plus public holidays), with the option to buy or carry over days Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity and adoption) A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause you care about Health & wellbeing Private medical insurance, with the option to add family members 24/7 employee assistance programme for mental health and wellbeing support Death in service cover Financial security A competitive pension scheme Life assurance for you and your family Flexible working Hybrid working as standard A genuinely flexible approach to hours and where you work Modern offices designed for collaboration and focus

Lead. Develop. Grow. An ambitious audit team in Glasgow needs an Audit Manager who's ready to step up, managing a diverse portfolio, mentoring the next generation, and helping shape where the practice goes next.The role, in short: you'll run audit engagements end-to-end for a mix of commercial, owner-managed and charity clients, while working closely with Partners and Directors on both delivery and growth.  Responsibilities include: Portfolio & delivery — manage engagements from planning to sign-off, run multiple assignments at once, keep quality and profitability on trackClient relationships — be the trusted face clients come back to, and the one who spots opportunities for moreTechnical leadership — review work, uphold standards, keep the bar highPeople development — coach and mentor junior colleagues as they growCommercial input — contribute to networking, BD, and strategic growth with Partners and Directors Requirements:  ACA / ACCA / ICAS (or equivalent)Significant post-qualification external audit experience in practiceProven portfolio management and stakeholder-handling skillsA track record developing and mentoring othersStrong technical grounding and the organisational chops to juggle it allOwn reliable transport Preferred: Experience with owner-managed businesses or charity clientsExposure to business development and networking activitiesExperience reviewing and signing off work produced by junior auditors Hybrid setup based in the Glasgow office, client sites, and across the Glasgow/Edinburgh region. Reach out to me today if you would like to discuss this opportunity further!

Indirect Tax Senior Manager Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland   The 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 Responsibilities Lead 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 Required Extensive 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

Corporate Tax Assistant Manager Glasgow (Edinburgh or Stirling considered) | Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office An established, growing advisory firm is looking for a Corporate Tax Assistant Manager to join its Central Region team. This is a chance to run your own client portfolio, get involved in varied advisory work and help develop the next generation of tax professionals, in a team where progression depends on performance, not time served. The team You’ll join a close-knit corporate tax team that is part of a much larger national practice, with specialist groups covering innovation and R&D, international and large corporate, restructuring and due diligence, and core compliance. Clients range from not-for-profits and owner-managed businesses to larger UK corporate groups, so the work is broad. What you’ll be doing Managing your own portfolio of corporate tax clients and delivering compliance accurately and on time Preparing more complex corporation tax computations, and reviewing computations, returns and tax accounting disclosures prepared by junior colleagues Supporting advisory projects that match your experience and interests, such as group reorganisations and restructures, R&D, international matters, due diligence and owner-managed business transactions Assisting with HMRC enquiries and getting hands-on exposure to them Acting as a day-to-day contact for clients and building long-term relationships Supporting Partners, Directors and Managers with proposals, tenders, networking and business development Coaching and mentoring trainees and junior team members Keeping up to date with legislative changes and sharing knowledge with colleagues and clients   What you’ll bring CA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent, or a tax-only route (ATT/CTA) CTA qualified or working towards it. Strong corporate tax experience without a tax qualification will also be considered. Practice experience in UK corporation tax compliance, either managing a portfolio, working on advisory projects, or both Experience reviewing work and supervising or mentoring junior staff Strong written and verbal communication skills, and a proactive, collaborative approach Seniors already working at Assistant Manager level are encouraged to apply. Nice to have Experience with ERS returns and share schemes Exposure to corporate groups, OMBs or international work Alphatax experience (training is provided)   Interested? Apply now for a confidential discussion:  william@broadgatesearch.com  +44 20 3772 3959

Audit Manager – Non-Profit & Charity Sector | Canterbury or Chatham | Hybrid | £67,000–£85,000 We’re looking for an experienced Audit Manager to join a growing Non-Profit & Charity team. You’ll manage a varied portfolio of charities, not-for-profits, educational organisations and social enterprises, giving you the chance to build strong client relationships while working on audits that support organisations with a real purpose. You’ll take ownership of engagements from planning through to completion, dealing with more complex audit matters, advising clients and working closely with senior stakeholders. You’ll also review work and support junior team members, while having the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of the wider team. What we’re looking for You’ll ideally be ACA, ACCA, ICAS or similarly qualified, with solid external audit experience gained within professional practice. Experience working with charities, not-for-profits, education or social enterprises would be highly advantageous, particularly knowledge of Charity SORP. You’ll be confident managing a portfolio, leading audits and building strong client relationships. You’ll also enjoy supporting others and want to continue developing your own career. Why make the move? You’ll have genuine ownership of your clients, exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to help shape a growing specialist area of the business. Alongside a salary of £67,000–£85,000 depending on experience, you’ll have hybrid working, a varied client portfolio and clear opportunities for career progression. If you’re looking for meaningful work, greater responsibility and the opportunity to develop your career within a growing team, get in touch for a confidential conversation.