Deals Tax, Indirect Tax, Senior Associate

PwC UK; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in London is seeking an experienced professional to join their Indirect Tax team. The role involves conducting ITX Due Diligence, providing VAT advisory services, and helping clients navigate complex tax implications. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and hold a Chartered Tax Advisor qualification. The position offers a flexible working environment and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Private medical cover

24/7 access to a virtual GP

Flexible working hours

Six volunteering days a year

Qualifications

• Strong technical and analytical skills in Indirect Tax.
• Experience working with clients and internal teams.
• Ability to solve complex problems collaboratively.
• Expertise in project management and team delegation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ITX Due Diligence reviews for clients.
• Provide VAT structuring and advice for business operations.
• Advise on ITX implications of operational changes.
• Deliver bespoke ITX advice to clients.
• Model future ITX liabilities to support decision-making.
• Assist with pre and post deal VAT compliance.

Skills

Indirect Tax technical skills

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Chartered Tax Advisor (ATT, CTA) or equivalent qualification

Job description

About the role:

The Deals Indirect Tax (ITX) team is one of a number of specialist teams which sits within Deals Tax working across the full spectrum of Deals Tax services offered. Whilst team members generally prioritise working in one of these core areas (i.e. M&A, BRS, RE and PE Backed companies), they are also encouraged to work across the other core areas to gain wider experience of working on the varied and global Deals Tax transactions and Private Equity Portfolio companies.

What your day will look like:

• Performing ITX Due Diligence reviews which involve looking at existing and potential ITX issues, VAT compliance and ITX risks for clients wishing to sell / acquire businesses.
• Providing VAT structuring and restructuring advice to help clients operate their business in the most appropriate manner.
• Advising on the ITX implications of changes to business' operating models and wider transformations.
• Delivering bespoke ITX advice, working closely with Deals Tax to best service our clients' needs.
• ITX Funds flow modelling to simulate models of future ITX liabilities of companies to help clients make informed economic decisions.
• Pre and Post deal services, including assisting clients with pre acquisition structuring, implementing VAT efficient strategies and VAT compliance support.
• VAT advisory and consultancy assignments for PE backed portfolio companies and Real Estate clients.

This role is for you if:

• You will have Indirect Tax technical and analytical skills.
• You will need a flexible approach to allow you to work as part of a number of client/transaction teams simultaneously.
• You will have experience of developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and internally.
• You will need strong analytical skills and a proven ability to solve complex problems in a collaborative and creative way.
• You will have experience of project managing and delegating work within a team context, with excellent communication skills.
• You will have a focus on self-development and in the development of others in your teams.
• Chartered Tax Advisor (ATT, CTA) or equivalent international or legal professional qualification.

What you'll receive from us:

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.