Senior Manager or Director - Corporate Tax - Private Clients

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Senior Manager/Director - Corporate Tax - Private Clients The opportunity As a Senior Manager/Director in our Private Tax team, you will play a leading role in shaping and growing a portfolio of sophisticated private clients, including large privately owned businesses and corporate groups, high net wealth individuals and families, and entrepreneurial start-ups. This is a strategic leadership opportunity to deepen client relationships, drive complex advisory outcomes, and contribute to the continued growth of our practice across both domestic and international tax matters. At EY, we’re redefining what it means to work in Tax. Our professionals are empowered by AI to elevate the quality, speed and strategic impact of their work. This isn’t about replacing expertise – it’s about amplifying it. By embedding AI into our daily workflows, we’re freeing up time for higher-value thinking, improving accuracy, and delivering smarter outcomes for clients. This position is based in Meanjin – Brisbane. Your key responsibilities Lead a portfolio of complex and high-value private clients, including privately owned corporate groups operating in Australia and internationally, privately owned businesses, high net wealth families, trusts, and other privately held entities. Provide strategic oversight of tax compliance, reporting, planning, and advisory engagements across diverse entity structures, ensuring technical excellence, commercial relevance, and exceptional client service. Partner closely with Partners and senior Tax leaders to deliver tailored advice on complex tax matters, including restructures, domestic and cross-border transactions, capital gains tax, Division 7A, trust structuring, and broader private wealth issues. Skills and attributes for success Extensive experience in Tax Consulting specialising in private/middle market, ideally gained in a top-tier or second-tier accounting firm or legal practice. A strong track record of leading high-performing teams, developing talent, and creating an inclusive, growth-oriented culture. Deep tax technical expertise across corporate groups, trusts, private wealth, and individuals, with the ability to apply this knowledge in complex and commercially sensitive environments. What we offer you At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. Learn more . Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy. A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience. Acknowledgement of Country EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. #LI-Hybrid EY | Building a better working world Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. © 2026 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.