Michael Boynton
Stockton-on-Tees,
Summary
Highly disciplined and safety-focused professional with 8+ years of experience in regulated, high-responsibility roles. Trusted to manage critical operations, interpret complex rules, and deliver precise results under pressure. Known for exceptional attention to detail, calm decision-making in high-stakes situations, and unwavering compliance with procedures. Now committed to applying these skills and experience to a long-term, safety-critical career as a Trainee Train Driver.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Head of Cross-Border VAT
His Majesty's Treasury
Darlington
06.2024 - Current
- Lead the strategic development of the UK's cross-border VAT system, delivering time-critical advice to Government ministers on sensitive tax policy and swiftly responding to urgent issues with national impact, demonstrating calm and decisive action under pressure.
- Coordinate with HMRC, international agencies, and senior government departments, maintaining clear communication and strong working relationships in complex, high-stakes environments.
- Manage and analyse detailed international tax frameworks, requiring sustained focus in low-stimulus conditions while ensuring accuracy and compliance with strict regulations and deadlines.
- Completed a month-long secondment to Border Force, working varying shifts and overseeing checks to ensure imported parcels met safety and tax requirements, gaining hands-on experience with safety protocols and adaptability to changing operational demands.
- Lead a team through shifting priorities and evolving policy landscapes, showing resilience, flexibility, and disciplined adherence to rules and procedures essential for operational safety and efficiency.
- Maintain high standards of data integrity and information security.
Assistant Tax Manager
Clive Owen LLP
Darlington
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Held overall responsibility for the accuracy and timely submission of Tax Returns for 1,000+ clients within a strict regulatory environment.
- Led a team reviewing complex tax records, ensuring zero tolerance for errors and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced, detail-focused setting.
- Coordinated with clients and internal teams to resolve queries quickly, demonstrating clear communication and effective teamwork under pressure.
- Adapted workflows daily to meet urgent client needs and regulatory changes, showing flexibility and resilience while maintaining compliance.
- Committed to continuous learning, regularly updating technical knowledge and meeting rigorous professional development and compliance assessments.
- Ensured strict compliance with professional standards and data security, prioritising accuracy and integrity in all tasks.
Personal Tax Senior
EY
Newcastle upon Tyne
07.2017 - 11.2021
- Managed a large portfolio of high-profile clients, ensuring accurate, on-time delivery of regulated tax work within strict compliance frameworks.
- Worked closely with HMRC on confidential cases, applying sound judgment and professionalism in sensitive, high-stakes scenarios.
- Trained new team members and maintained consistency during peak compliance periods, staying focused under repetitive, deadline-driven conditions.
- Played a key role in improving team processes, demonstrating strong attention to detail, time management, and clear communication.
- Promoted from Personal Tax Assistant to Personal Tax Senior in October 2019 in recognition of exceptional performance.
Tax Assistant
Anderson Barrowcliff LLP
Stockton-on-Tees
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Prepared Self Assessment tax returns with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and strict regulatory compliance.
- Liaised with clients and colleagues by phone, email, and post—ensuring clear, professional communication under pressure.
- Compiled weekly workflow reports and supported billing operations, requiring precision and effective time management.
- Adapted quickly to support other departments during busy periods, maintaining high standards in changing and fast-paced environments.
Help Team Member
AXA Insurance
Middlesbrough
11.2014 - 07.2016
- Handled high volumes of customer queries by phone and email across all stages of the product lifecycle, maintaining professionalism and clarity under pressure.
- Ensured accurate information exchange and adherence to regulated processes at all times.
- Contributed to the development of a performance-tracking database—improving efficiency, accuracy, and team accountability.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Accounting Studies
Northumbria University
2014 -
A-Levels - Economics (A), Mathematics (B) & Physics (C)
Egglescliffe Sixth Form
2011 -
GCSEs - 11 A* to C, including Mathematics (A*) & English Language (A)
Egglescliffe School
2009 -
Skills
- Excellent concentration in low-stimulus environments
- Fast learner with proven ability to absorb complex rules & regulations
- Exceptional time management and punctuality
- Calm, focused, and resilient under pressure
- Uncompromising approach to compliance and process accuracy
- Strong communication skills with a team-oriented mindset
- Comfortable working shifts, including nights and weekends
- Experience maintaining records, tracking tasks, and reporting issues
Timeline
Head of Cross-Border VAT
His Majesty's Treasury
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Tax Manager
Clive Owen LLP
11.2021 - 02.2024
Personal Tax Senior
EY
07.2017 - 11.2021
Tax Assistant
Anderson Barrowcliff LLP
07.2016 - 07.2017
Help Team Member
AXA Insurance
11.2014 - 07.2016
Certificate of Higher Education - Accounting Studies
Northumbria University
2014 -
A-Levels - Economics (A), Mathematics (B) & Physics (C)
Egglescliffe Sixth Form
2011 -
GCSEs - 11 A* to C, including Mathematics (A*) & English Language (A)
Egglescliffe School
2009 -
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