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Retaining Top Tax Talent: What High‑Performing Teams Get Right
In a tight tax recruitment market, hiring well is only half the challenge. The other half is keeping the people you’ve worked so hard to bring in. In 2026, retention is just as critical as attraction – especially for senior tax and trade compliance professionals. This article looks at what high‑performing teams do differently to retain top tax talent, and what employers can learn from them. Why retention matters so much in tax Losing a strong tax professional isn’t just incon
Alex Curcio
Apr 274 min read


Tax Recruitment: From In-House to Practice (and Back)
What Employers Need to Understand When Hiring Tax Professionals Tax careers rarely follow a straight line. Many professionals move between practice (Big 4 or mid-tier firms) and in-house roles — sometimes more than once. For employers involved in tax recruitment, understanding why these moves happen — and what candidates are really looking for — is critical to securing and retaining the right people. The reality of tax career paths Most experienced tax professionals will have
Alex Curcio
Apr 274 min read


Building Tax Teams Across the EU: Navigating a Fragmented Market
Hiring tax professionals across the EU in 2026 is both a major opportunity and a real challenge. Regulation is evolving, business models are cross‑border, and the best talent can often choose between roles in multiple countries. For employers, the question is simple: how do you build a consistent, high-performing tax function in such a fragmented market? Why EU tax hiring is uniquely complex Unlike a single-country market, EU tax hiring is shaped by several layers at once: Di
Alex Curcio
Apr 275 min read


Hiring in the US Tax Market: Competition, Compensation and Compliance
The US tax market in 2026 is one of the most competitive hiring environments anywhere. Regulation is complex, demand for experienced professionals is high, and the best people have options – often several at once. For employers, that means you can’t rely on brand name or a standard job description to secure the talent you need. You need a clear strategy, grounded in real-time market insight. This article looks at what’s happening in the US tax market and what it means for you
Alex Curcio
Apr 274 min read


AI in Tax: What It Means for Your Hiring Strategy
AI is no longer a buzzword in tax. From data extraction and e‑invoicing to risk analytics and scenario modelling, technology is changing how tax teams work day to day. But while tools are evolving fast, one thing hasn’t changed: you still need the right people. For employers, the real question isn’t “Will AI replace tax professionals?” It’s “How should AI shape our hiring strategy?” What “AI in tax” really looks like today In most organisations, AI in tax doesn’t mean robots
Alex Curcio
Apr 274 min read


The State of Tax Recruitment in 2026: What Employers Need to Know
Tax has always been a specialist field. In 2026, it’s also one of the most competitive areas of hiring. Regulation is shifting, business models are changing, and the best tax professionals know they’re in demand. For employers, that means getting tax recruitment right is now a strategic priority, not a back-office task. This article looks at what’s really happening in the tax recruitment market in 2026, and what employers need to do to secure the right people. Why tax recruit
Alex Curcio
Apr 275 min read
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