Big 4 M&A Tax Associate Director, Clear path to Director

Pro-Tax; London; Hybrid; GBP 97,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax consultancy in London is seeking an experienced M&A Tax Associate Director to join their team. The role involves advising high-profile UK and international clients on transaction tax and managing a diverse portfolio. Candidates should possess ACA/CTA qualifications and have strong communication and project management skills. This position offers a competitive salary and the possibility of flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Qualifications

• Prior M&A experience in a professional services firm is preferred.
• Exposure to international clients is essential.
• No financial services experience required but UK deals tax exposure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise UK and international clients on transaction tax.
• Conduct due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
• Manage a portfolio of high profile projects.
• Engage in ad hoc project work.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

ACA/CTA or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

M&A Tax Associate Director - Clear path to Director - London OR Manchester

up to £115,000 + car allowance + bonus

Join the leading M&A tax team working with the largest financial services firms. Expand and refine your skill set and take the opportunity to establish and develop deep client relationships and build your client portfolio, as you take a leading role within UK and international teams delivering on some of the largest buy-outs in Europe.

You will participate in all aspects of the deal cycle from due diligence services, tax structuring, input into SPAs and financing documents, post-acquisition implementation and reorganisations, on-going advice to portfolio companies and preparation for sale.

In addition you will participate in client business development activities, honing your marketing skills and provide training and coaching to more junior members of your team.

This M&A tax capability is defined by their ability to deliver an integrated team of specialists focused on deal execution with proven expertise, delivering a distinctive client experience.

They encourage consideration of flexible ways of working, both formal and informal arrangements that allow for the best outcomes for our people and our clients.

Your opportunity

Associate Directors take the lead on delivering key parts of their client services. You will use your commercial awareness and professional expertise, along with leveraging the skills and expertise of others, to deliver the best possible experience and outcomes for their clients. You will own and manage key elements of a client relationship and will be expected to proactively identify innovative solutions for your clients and pursue new business development opportunities by utilising your networks and market knowledge.

Associate Directors are people managers or act as coaches and role models to the more junior members of their team. You will be a confident team player and enjoy sharing your knowledge and expertise with others, as well as continuing to build your own technical expertise or specialism.

Responsibilities

• Advising UK and international clients on transaction tax and wider commercial M&A Issues managing a portfolio of high profile projects;
• Due diligence in respect of mergers and acquisitions;
• Ad hoc project work;
• To have a broader perspective of potential issues encountered when managing diverse teams and the strategies to overcome them; have a clear understanding of the firm's commitment to creating a more inclusive culture.

Connect to your skills and professional experience

• ACA/CTA or equivalent qualification or experience;
• Exposure to international clients;
• Prior M&A experience gained in a professional services firm is preferred ;
• Excellent communication and project management skills;
• The ability to analyse information, identify issues and prioritise them.
• No FS experience required but UK deals tax exposure if essential.

To discuss this opportunity further please call Alex Teow on 07765 25 1227 or email [e-mail]

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