Deals Tax, Management Taxes Senior Manager

PwC UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in London seeks a Tax Advisor for its Deals Tax Management Team. The role involves advising clients on management incentive plans and leading projects with a focus on global tax issues. Candidates must hold an ACA/CTA qualification or equivalent experience, possess strong analytical and communication skills, and have a solid understanding of the PE industry. The position offers a hybrid work model and valuable benefits.

Benefits

Private medical cover

24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP

Six volunteering days a year

Empowered flexibility in work location

Qualifications

• Experience and enjoyment of working in a Deals environment.
• Strong knowledge of management incentive plans in the PE industry.
• An inquisitive mind and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects involving UK and global tax advice.
• Advise on Management Incentive Plans during transactions.
• Prepare for exits such as sales or floats.
• Develop relationships with clients and markets.
• Initiate business development activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Negotiation

Education

ACA/CTA Qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

The Deals Tax Management Team Advisory Group is a specialist tax team that advises on the tax and commercial issues in relation to the design, implementation and operation of management and employee incentives, either on the sale or acquisition of a business or when new incentives are required. Our clients are predominantly top and mid-tier investors in the Private Equity (PE) market or the board level C-suite of PE-backed portfolio companies.

Responsibilities

• Taking the lead on projects (which typically involve both UK and global tax advice) prior to, during or post transaction, which may include:
• Advising management/PE investors on the implementation of a Management Incentive Plan (MIP) during and post transaction, equity resets, joiners/leavers events mid cycle,
• Preparation for an exit such as a sale to a new PE investor or trade buyer, or float process, and tax due diligence.
• Working with a team on demanding, fast-paced projects with the support of junior and senior colleagues to deliver bespoke technical advice, communicating complex issues effectively and encouraging coaching within the team.
• Leading the development of relationships with clients, internal markets, key external intermediaries and junior members of the team.
• Leading and initiating business development activities, helping to identify and research opportunities with new and existing clients, including helping with proposals and attending networking events.

Qualifications

• Must possess an ACA/CTA Qualification (or an international equivalent) or have equivalent work experience. This includes international candidates who qualify through experience in their home country.
• Strong knowledge of management incentive plans, particularly those implemented in the PE industry.
• Experience and enjoyment of working in a Deals environment.
• Strong communication skills, specifically in negotiating with and influencing others.
• Strong analytical, project management and report writing skills.
• An inquisitive mind and ability to solve problems as part of a diverse team.

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.