If you enjoy leading people, shaping client relationships, and having real influence over how work gets done, this Client Manager role could be the step that changes how you feel about your career. Not only that, this role has a "clear line of sight" towards Director level within the firm.

This is a position designed for someone who wants more than a portfolio and deadlines. As a Client Manager, you''ll have genuine ownership. Ownership of your team. Ownership of client relationships. And a seat at the table when it comes to decisions that affect how the firm grows and evolves. You''ll work closely with Partners and Directors, not just delivering a quality of service to a client base of around 180 clients, but helping steer strategy, mentor future leaders, and raise standards across the board.

The role offers variety without chaos. Structure without micromanagement. You''ll lead a small, capable team, support their development, and act as the main point of contact for a defined client bank. If you''re a Client Manager who values trust, flexibility, and being listened to, this could be exactly what you''ve been missing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a pod of 3-5 team members alongside your own client portfolio
• Oversee the delivery of accounts, tax, VAT and statutory compliance work
• Work closely with Partners and Directors on key client relationships
• Monitor workflow, deadlines and service standards across your client bank
• Act as a mentor, coach and escalation point for technical or client matters
• Champion efficient use of systems to improve visibility and performance

The Ideal Candidate

• Fully qualified ACCA or ICAEW
• Experience managing or mentoring staff within practice
• Confident overseeing compliance work across multiple service lines
• Comfortable leading client conversations and adding value beyond the basics
• Happy working in a hybrid, multi-site environment

What''s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working with flexibility around location
• Clear progression and succession planning opportunities
• Direct exposure to Partners and firm-wide strategy
• A role with genuine influence over people and processes
• Supportive culture focused on development and wellbeing

Register your interest by applying today or call Richard Davies or Luke Scale on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence.

Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/(phone number removed) - Client Manager.