Business Advisory Manager

Looking for a role where no two days are the same and your work directly shapes client success stories?
The Opportunity:
Our client, a leading professional services firm, is looking for a Business Advisory Manager to join their growing advisory team, with a focus on landed estates clients. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step up into a managerial role, take ownership of a varied client portfolio and progress towards managing their own client base in the future.
You’ll work closely with senior client relationship teams and specialist advisers to deliver high quality accounting, tax and advisory services, while developing strong, long term client relationships in a dynamic and evolving environment.
What’s on Offer:
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per year, DOE
Benefits: Competitive benefits package including pension, holiday entitlement and flexible benefits options
Working pattern: Full time with hybrid and flexible working opportunities
Career development: Clear progression opportunities with potential to build and manage your own client portfolio, alongside structured learning and development support
About You:
• A proactive and forward thinking professional who takes ownership of their work and development
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Organised and commercially aware with strong attention to detail
• Collaborative team player who enjoys building trusted client relationships
• Adaptable, with a willingness to embrace technology and evolving ways of working
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage the timely and profitable delivery of a portfolio of client work, including accounts, tax returns, VAT and management reporting
• Review work completed by junior team members, providing constructive feedback and coaching
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact where required
• Liaise with internal specialists to coordinate advisory input and identify cross-selling opportunities
• Support portfolio management activities including client onboarding, fee preparation and WIP/debt management
• Handle ad-hoc client queries, meetings and ongoing advisory support
Requirements:
• ICAS, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
• Experience in business advisory, accounts and/or tax within a professional services environment
• Strong portfolio management and client relationship skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and build trust
• Strong IT skills with experience using accounting and tax software
• Experience working with landed estates or rural/farming clients
• Exposure to advisory led work and cross functional collaboration
• Experience transitioning from industry into practice (where applicable)
How to Apply:
For any questions ahead of applying, contact Lyndsey at Global Highland