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Professional Standards Manager

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Our client is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Professional Standards Manager to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a leading professional body in the UK for tax advisers, dealing with all aspects of taxation. The successful candidate will be part of a team that promotes education in taxation, aiming for a more efficient and less complex tax system for all.

What you'll do:

As a Professional Standards Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Head of Professional Standards. You will take on responsibilities such as deputising for the Head when necessary, managing the workload of the team within a complex structure, planning and managing projects, and engaging with external stakeholders. Your role will also involve producing professional standards output on allocated areas of work, identifying issues proactively, making proposals, and overseeing the production of KPI statistics and reports.

  • Deputise for the Head of Professional Standards as required, providing secondary leadership to the staff team
  • Line manage and oversee the work of the Professional Standards and TDB Operations team
  • Plan and manage discrete projects
  • Identify and resolve issues early on, escalating as necessary
  • Coordinate the Professional Standards team’s work including working parties and updates to Professional Standards materials
  • Engage with external stakeholders and develop key relationships
  • Produce Professional Standards output on allocated areas of work, proactively identifying issues, and making proposals

What you bring:

The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge about how the tax profession operates. You should be alert to changes in the wider external environment that could influence professional standards. You'll need strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication abilities, and a collaborative approach to your work. The ability to work remotely and take initiative is also essential.

  • Knowledge of how the tax profession works and the impact Professional Standards requirements may have on those in the profession
  • Alertness to the changing wider external environment and how that influences professional standards
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and CIOT/ATT’s rules and guidance
  • Strong people skills and communication skills (both written and oral)
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others
  • Ability to work remotely and on own initiative

What sets this company apart:

This organisation is not just any professional body; it's one that truly values its employees. They understand that an inclusive environment makes them more accessible, ensuring they attract, engage, promote, and retain exceptional people.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Tax

Focus: Tax Operations

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: Remote

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: London

Job Reference: QBBKJD-A2B6D8C8

Date posted: 23 January 2025

Consultant: CJ Selvidge

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