Manager (all genders), Global Transaction Tax

Alvarez & Marsal; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal in Hamburg, Germany, seeks a Manager (all genders) to join the Global Transaction Tax team. You will deliver tax advisory services for M&A transactions, perform due diligence, and support fund structures and cross-border tax work.

You will build client relationships, coordinate national and international tax professionals, and contribute to business development while prioritizing advisory work over compliance duties. Fluency in German and English is required.

Qualifications

• Years of M&A tax experience at a leading tax consultancy.
• Strong understanding of complex tax concepts and client application.
• Excellent communication, presentation, business development and PM skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Goal- and performance-oriented, proactive thinker.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Master's in Finance/Accounting/Tax or related field; Steuerberater desirable.
• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice in transactions tax advisory work.
• Produce due diligence reports for buy-side and sell-side mandates.
• Support buy-side clients in tax modelling and funds flow workstreams.
• Draft advisory reports on fund structures and transaction structuring.
• Meet deadlines set with clients or Managing Director.
• Establish and manage client relationships and identify risk.
• Coordinate national and international Tax teams.
• Provide ad-hoc day-to-day planning advice and participate in BD activities.
• Collaborate with A&M's global tax teams across locations.
• Focus on advisory work with limited compliance tasks.

Skills

M&A Tax

Tax Advisory

Client Relationships

Project Management

Business Development

Education

Master's degree in Finance

German Steuerberater desirable

Job description

Description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided-by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

A&M Tax is an independent tax group made up of experienced tax professionals dedicated to providing customized tax advice to clients and investors across a broad range of industries. Its professionals extend A&M's commitment to offering clients a choice in advisors who are free from audit-based conflicts of interest and bring an unyielding commitment to delivering responsive client service. A&M Tax has offices in major metropolitan markets throughout EMEA, the U.S., Asia and Australia.

A&M's German Tax Team takes a truly holistic approach to the market, offering expertise across a diverse range of services-from Global Transaction Tax (GTT) to Private Equity Funds Tax Compliance, VAT Services, People Services, Corporate Tax and Tax Compliance Services, Operating Model and Transfer Pricing

The Global Transaction Tax team focuses on all aspects of Merger & Acquisition tax, supporting both national and international transactions. We provide tax due diligence services to identify tax risks, which are essential for purchase price negotiations, transaction structuring, and drafting tax clauses in agreements like the SPA and aligning them with W&I insurance. Additionally, the GTT team advises on tax-efficient structuring and reorganizations, proper handling of transaction costs, and post-deal integration to address all tax-related aspects of M&A transactions comprehensively.

We are looking for an Manager (all genders) to join our expanding Global Transaction Tax team in Germany. This position offers exceptional career growth opportunities within one of the most rapidly growing tax practices.

How will you contribute

• Providing advice in all aspects of transactions tax advisory work:
  • Producing due diligence reports in respect of buy-side and sell-side mandates
  • Supporting buy-side clients in respect of tax modelling and funds flow workstreams
  • Developing and drafting advisory reports on the establishment of fund structures and transaction structuring in respect of the acquisition / disposal of investments
  • Working to client or Managing Director set deadlines to deliver completed reports

• Establishing and managing client relationships:
  • Dealing directly with clients to assimilate their tax concerns
  • Identifying areas of risk for clients and working with senior team members to develop risk mitigation strategies
  • Liaising with tax specialists in other areas
  • Co-ordinating national and international Tax teams

• Providing clients with ad-hoc advice on day-to-day planning issues
• Involved in business development and marketing initiatives
• Work closely together with the members of A&M's global tax teams with locations in places such as UK, US, Netherlands, Dubai and many more;
• Focus on advisory work with limited time spent on compliance and administrative tasks

Qualifications

At best you already have the following qualifications:

• Years of relevant work experience in M&A Tax, gained from a leading Tax consultancy
• Deep understanding of increasingly complex tax concepts and the ability to apply this knowledge effectively to client situations
• Strong communication, presentation, business development and project management skills
• Ability to simultaneously work on several projects and effectively manage deadlines
• Goal- and performance-oriented, charismatic personality
• Strong drive for continuous learning and professional growth
• Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills
• An excellent master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Tax Law or Tax Economics or related fields
• German Certified Tax Advisor ("Steuerberater") qualification is highly desirable
• Business fluency in both German and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.