We are representing a top tier style private practice advisory firm seeking to appoint an exceptional Senior Manager within their Client Advisory and Business Services division. This Adelaide based opportunity is suited to a technically elite public practice professional who is seeking long term career alignment within a highly structured, partner led professional services environment.
The firm operates within clear performance frameworks including productivity, professional development and technical progression expectations aligned to career level. Individuals are recognised and rewarded based on individual contribution, capability and professional growth.
This role is only open to Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents only. A tailored Cover Letter is a requirement - Applications that do not include a tailored Cover Letter will not progress.
This firm operates at a level consistent with national top tier expectations across client complexity, technical standards, governance and performance accountability. The partnership group is deeply invested in technical excellence, client outcomes and developing future leaders of the firm. The environment is best suited to individuals who thrive in high performance cultures where standards are clear, delivery is consistent and professional growth is actively supported.
The Opportunity
You will lead a significant portfolio of complex private and business clients while operating as a key leadership figure within the broader advisory division. This position balances high level client advisory, technical oversight, commercial input and people leadership responsibilities.
You will work directly with senior leadership and partners across complex client engagements, strategic advisory matters and internal capability development initiatives.
The role requires a strong balance of technical depth, commercial acumen and leadership maturity.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a complex portfolio of business clients across compliance, tax and advisory engagements
* Provide high level strategic advisory across structuring, tax planning, business growth and risk management
* Review complex entity structures including groups, trusts and multi entity businesses
* Drive client relationship strategy and long term advisory engagement growth
* Lead, mentor and develop high performing accounting professionals across multiple levels
* Drive productivity outcomes aligned to role level expectations and firm performance frameworks
* Partner with senior leadership on client strategy, risk management and service delivery standards
* Support internal technical training, quality control and knowledge leadership
* Contribute to broader business strategy and divisional performance outcomes
* Candidate Profile
* You are a high performing public practice professional who operates with strong technical authority and commercial awareness. You are confident leading complex client conversations, managing senior stakeholder relationships and driving team performance outcomes.
You will demonstrate
* CA qualification is essential
* Strong tenure within Australian public practice at Manager or Senior Manager level
* Proven experience managing high value client portfolios
* Advanced technical tax and business advisory capability
* Demonstrated leadership experience within professional services teams
* Strong commercial awareness and client advisory mindset
* High attention to detail and commitment to technical excellence
* A professional, accountable and performance driven approach to work
* Firm Culture and Operating Environment
* This is a performance led, professionally structured office environment where business hours are focused on client delivery, technical quality and team collaboration. Leadership visibility is strong and professional development is embedded into the operating model.
Work Model
This role is full time and office based in Adelaide. The firm believes strongly in face to face collaboration, team learning and leadership accessibility, particularly within leadership level roles.
Remuneration and Career Value
* Highly competitive salary aligned to technical capability, experience and individual merit
* Annual performance and market aligned remuneration reviews
* Significant investment into technical training and professional development
* Exposure to complex and high quality client engagements
* Clear long term leadership and progression pathways within the firm
* This opportunity is suited to individuals who are serious about building a long term career within a high calibre private practice environment that mirrors top tier professional expectations while maintaining strong partnership accessibility and leadership visibility.
Applications are being managed confidentially through our recruitment team. Candidates seeking a genuine step forward in technical exposure, client quality and long term career progression are encouraged to apply
If you would like more information, please contact or to arrange a time to speak with the Principal Consultant, Avi Kumar in relation to this role.
Our response time is 24 hours from when your enquiry is received.