Corporate Tax Manager - Private Equity Clients

Grant Thornton; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Tax Advisor to join their Private Equity tax team. You will provide tax compliance and advisory support to PE-backed businesses. The ideal candidate will hold a professional qualification and have experience managing client portfolios. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Pension

Medical benefits

Flexible holidays

Discounts

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in tax.
• Experience managing a client portfolio.
• Knowledge of tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on tax compliance and advisory projects.
• Prepare and review corporation tax returns.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Communicate tax implications of business decisions.

Skills

Tax advisory

Client relationship management

Compliance expertise

Team leadership

Education

Professional qualification (CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.

As a member of our Private Equity tax team, you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of private equity backed businesses supporting them from investment to exit.

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, and we’ll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

• Be advising a broad range of clients on a range of tax issues, covering compliance and advisory projects
• Oversee the preparation and review of corporation tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax laws
• Advise on tax implications of business decisions, structuring transactions and mitigating tax risks
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor throughout the investment lifecycle
• Stay informed of changes in tax legislation and communicate impacts to stakeholders
• Foster a collaborative environment, promoting knowledge sharing within the team
• Support pitches and proposals, and actively contribute to business development

Knowing you’re right for us

We seek ambitious, driven individuals who can work at pace, adapt to change, and are curious to ask questions and deliver quality service.

The minimum criteria include a professional qualification (CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with post-qualification experience and experience managing a client portfolio.

Preferred skills include experience with PE-backed businesses, supervising team members, working within professional services, and managing clients, but we will support your development if you don’t tick every box.

Knowing we’re right for you

Our inclusive culture and values—being purposefully driven, curious, candid, and kind—set us apart. We offer tailored development, flexible holidays, benefits like pension, medical, discounts, and more.

How we work

We promote a trust-based, flexible working environment that balances client needs and personal life. We seek proactive individuals eager to contribute and uphold our values.