Interim - Business Services Tax Assistant Manager Location: Worcester or Droitwich (with hybrid working) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Type: Interim Contract or Interim to Permanent Join a firm where relationships matter as much as results. At Ballards, we're more than accountants, we're trusted business advisers, strategic partners, and problem solvers. Since 1985, we've been helping ambitious businesses, charities, and private clients achieve sustainable growth through expert accountancy, tax, audit, and consultancy services. Today, with over 150 talented colleagues across the Midlands, we're proud to be one of the region's fastest-growing independent firms. Our success is built on lasting relationships, exceptional client service, and a collaborative, people-first culture where everyone has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. What sets us apart is our integrated approach. Alongside our market-leading accounting and tax expertise, we provide specialist consultancy in technology transformation, talent strategy, and brand and digital marketing, enabling us to deliver innovative, forward-thinking solutions that help our clients succeed in an ever-changing world. Joining Ballards means becoming part of a progressive and ambitious firm that invests in its people, encourages innovation, and supports professional development at every stage of your career. If you're looking to build your future with a firm where your ideas are valued, your development is championed, and your work makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. The Opportunity as Business Services Assistant Tax Manager As a Business Services Tax Assistant Manager, you’ll become a trusted adviser to a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring they receive proactive, commercially focused tax advice alongside an outstanding compliance service. You’ll work closely with Partners and senior colleagues on advisory projects, mentor junior members of the team and contribute to the continued growth of the department. No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility and working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business. What You’ll Be Doing as Business Services Assistant Tax Manager * Managing a portfolio of business and private clients, delivering high-quality tax compliance and advisory work. * Acting as the main point of contact for your clients, building long-term trusted relationships. * Supporting colleagues across the Business Services team with technical tax queries. * Assisting Managers and Senior Managers on advisory assignments. * Identifying opportunities to provide additional value to clients through proactive advice. * Planning and managing workloads to ensure deadlines are consistently achieved. * Delegating work to junior team members while providing coaching, feedback and technical support. * Reviewing work to ensure accuracy and quality before submission. * Supporting the development of trainees and junior colleagues through mentoring and knowledge sharing. * Attending client meetings and working alongside Partners on key accounts. * Promoting collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement across the team. About You We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical tax knowledge with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. You’ll ideally have: * CTA qualification (or equivalent). * A strong background within an accountancy practice. * Experience managing personal tax compliance work, with exposure to companies and partnerships. * Previous experience working directly with clients. * Excellent organisational and time management skills. * Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy. * The confidence to solve problems, challenge constructively and think commercially. * Experience reviewing or supporting the work of junior team members. * A collaborative approach and genuine passion for delivering outstanding client service Why Join Ballards? At Ballards, you’ll be joining a business that’s ambitious, supportive and people focused. We invest in our people because we know they’re the reason our clients choose to work with us. We offer: * Competitive salary * Hybrid and flexible working * Clear career progression opportunities * Ongoing professional development * A collaborative and supportive team environment * Modern offices across the Midlands * A comprehensive benefits package * The opportunity to work with a varied and growing client portfolio * A culture where your ideas are valued and your contribution genuinely makes a difference Ready for your next step? If you’re looking to develop your tax career with a progressive and growing firm that values expertise, collaboration and long-term relationships, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and discover why more people are choosing Ballards.