James Harrington is a Chartered Tax Adviser and former Senior Tax Inspector with 15 years of dedicated experience in UK corporate taxation. Possessing the prestigious CTA qualification and an extensive background in public service, he excels in resolving complex HMRC investigations and structuring tax-efficient corporate exits. In his current role as Head of Tax Strategy at a premier advisory firm, he safeguards SME profit margins through meticulous compliance and strategic capital allowance claims.
James Harrington holds a Master’s degree in Taxation from the University of Oxford, providing him with an unparalleled theoretical grasp of UK tax legislation. He spent the first seven years of his career inside HMRC as a Senior Tax Inspector, gaining invaluable firsthand knowledge of targeted investigation triggers, compliance checks, and audit methodologies. Transitioning to the private sector, he joined BDO as a Corporate Tax Manager, where he defended high-net-worth directors and growing SMEs against aggressive tax scrutiny. James is an absolute authority on navigating the nuances of Corporation Tax, R&D tax credits, and the notoriously complex IR35 regulations. He is deeply passionate about educating family business owners and tech founders on how to legally reduce their tax liabilities without inviting unwanted regulatory attention. His articles break down formidable topics, such as super-deductions, capital asset disposals, and inter-company loans, into easily digestible, actionable strategies. By writing for the public, James aims to level the playing field, ensuring that smaller businesses have access to the same top-tier tax preservation techniques as major corporations. He actively monitors the latest legislative shifts from the UK Autumn Budgets, translating these macro-economic changes into practical advice for his readers. Ultimately, his guidance serves as a protective shield against debilitating HMRC fines and costly compliance blunders.