Deals Tax, Manager

PwC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in London is seeking a Deals Tax Manager. This role involves advising clients on management incentive plans, leading projects in a fast-paced environment, and building strong client relationships. Candidates should possess ACA/CTA qualifications or equivalent experience, with strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits including flexibility and private medical cover, ideal for those eager to contribute to strategic initiatives.

Benefits

Private medical cover

24/7 access to a virtual GP

Flexible working arrangements

Six volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Must possess ACA/CTA Qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in managing incentive plans in the PE industry.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects involving UK and global tax advice.
• Advise on management incentive plans during transactions.
• Communicate complex issues effectively to clients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Negotiating skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

ACA / CTA Qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Deals Tax, Manager

Employer Location London, United Kingdom

Salary Competitive

Closing date 26 Dec 2025

Contract type

Hours

Where will they be working

About the role

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 either top and mid‑tier investors in the Private Equity ("PE") market or the board level C‑suite of PE backed portfolio companies.

What your days will look like

• 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 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 / 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 in an effective and efficient way 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.

This role is for you if you have

• 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 in particular plans 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.

Company

In order to be the leading professional services firm it's important we have the right values, culture and behaviours embedded throughout our organisation, so our work reflects our purpose and we can successfully deliver our strategy.

Our set the expectations for the way we interact with each other, our clients, and in the communities in which we operate. These values, and the behaviours that they require from us, are relevant to all our people regardless of grade.

They support a culture that empowers our people to be the best they can be, through challenging experiences and encouraging our people to speak up to make the firm a better place. We want all our people to understand and embrace the culture and personally feel part of the legacy this will create for our future employees.

We’re a hugely diverse business, bound together by our purpose - to build trust in society and solve important problems for our clients and the communities in which we operate. We believe we can make the biggest impact when our purpose is embedded within everything we do.

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