Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a Tax Partner to play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our new Birmingham office as we commence the next phase of our ambitious growth plans. We are keen to hear from talented accountants who hold a proven track record of operating within Corporate Tax.


The role would provide an opportunity to work with a variety of clients, including entrepreneurial private businesses, venture capital backed companies and corporate groups across a range of sectors, including fast growth, technology, and encompassing household names.



As a key member of our Birmingham leadership team, you will play a significant role in the development of our client base across West-Midlands region. You will be a strategic thinker who can lead and develop teams and be seen to deliver a trusted advisor service to a wide range of clients.



This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to play a leading role in the development and growth of our practice and will be working with a supportive partner group who will work with you to grow the business. Your role will combine key client service delivery, people management and business development responsibilities.



Responsibilities will include:

Managing and growing our Tax client base - including developing existing client relationships and winning new clients Playing a pivotal role in Business Development activities and looking to build/retain a good network of local and/or specialist contacts to contribute to our growth Contributing to People Management in our Tax teams - including recruiting team members, coaching our people and succession planning

About You

To be considered for the role, you will need to be/have:

Appropriately qualified with experience of working within Tax A strong business developer who is keen to build contacts and network within the local business community Strong technical skills and experience An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills who can influence at all levels A strong People Manager who enjoys building and developing a team Keen to contribute to the overall success of Bishop Fleming, in particular the growth of our Birmingham office

Why Bishop Fleming?!

Bishop Fleming is leading independent provider of audit, accountancy, tax, and advisory services in the UK. With a turnover of 43.1m, the firm saw growth of almost 13% per cent over the last 12 months.



From owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and large businesses; to entrepreneurs and private individuals; Bishop Fleming offers full services across a diverse range of sectors, including:


Automotive, Charities and Not for Profit, Education, Energy, Renewables and Natural Resources, Financial Services, Food and Drink, Healthcare, Hospitality and Leisure, Housing Associations, Manufacturing, Private Client, Professional Services, Public Sector, Real Estate and Construction, Technology, Media and Telecomms, and Transport and Logistics.



Bishop Fleming is currently ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index and is also the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector.



With 9 offices spanning from the West Midlands to the South West, the firm has 40 partners and nearly 500 staff, and is a certified Great Place to Work.


Bishop Fleming is a member of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms in more than 100 countries.


If that's not enough, we offer a fantastic range of benefits including:

30 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas off! Hybrid working A contributory Pension scheme Life assurance Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services Perkbox discounts and rewards platform with over 4,000 perks and discounts Yulife employee wellbeing app Social events with active social committees that plan internal and external events Numerous opportunities for development


We welcome applicants who would like the flexibility in their working arrangements, including working from home or part time working, which may help to accommodate parent or carer responsibilities, further studies and activities outside of work.



We are committed to welcoming new people into an inclusive working environment, where everyone is given equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We support a culture where people are valued and treated fairly with respect and differences are understood and celebrated.



The more varied our workforce, the broader the expertise within our business. The broader our expertise, the greater our chances of innovation and success. That's why we're committed to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion at every level.


As part of our recruitment process and our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment, we carry out background checks on all successful applicants. These checks will include verification of references, confirmation of right to work in the UK, and, where applicable, a standard or enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Further details will be provided during the recruitment process.