Director, Corporate Tax

Ryan LLC; Dungiven; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax services firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a Corporate Tax Director to lead complex tax advisory projects. The role requires expertise in corporate tax structuring and involves mentoring a tax team to enhance service delivery. Ideal candidates will be CTA qualified with experience in managing significant tax planning engagements. This position offers competitive benefits, a flexible working environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Home Office Stipend

Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

Flexible Work Environment

LinkedIn Learning Subscription

Accelerated Career Path

Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in corporate tax structuring and advisory work.
• Proven track record in leading complex tax planning projects.
• Confident communicator with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of corporate tax structuring projects.
• Provide technical input and oversight on structuring engagements.
• Review and sign off tax planning reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Technical documentation

Risk management

Commercial acumen

Organizational skills

Education

CTA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

Business Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)

Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

Accelerated Career Path

Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach

Why Ryan?

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Home Office Stipend

• Business Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)

• Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement

• LinkedIn Learning Subscription

• Flexible Work Environment

• Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

• Accelerated Career Path

• Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach

The Corporate Tax Director is responsible for leading the delivery of high-value corporate tax advisory work, with a particular focus on group structuring, reorganisations, shareholder planning, and transaction support. The role also carries responsibility for developing and mentoring the tax management team to build capability in delivering complex advisory projects. The Director plays a key role in technical leadership, project oversight, and client relationship management.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex corporate tax structuring projects, including group reorganisations, demergers, exit planning, refinancing, and inbound/outbound expansion
• Provide high-level technical input and oversight on structuring engagements, ensuring that advice is accurate, commercially focused, and aligned with client objectives
• Review and sign off tax planning reports, HMRC clearance applications, step plans, and supporting technical analysis
• Supervise and mentor tax managers and assistant managers involved in advisory work, providing practical training, guidance, and structured feedback
• Maintain strong client relationships by providing clear, timely, and strategic advice on structuring matters and associated tax implications
• Monitor developments in legislation and case law affecting corporate tax planning and share relevant insights with the wider team
• Support the Partner team in identifying and progressing new structuring opportunities across the client base

Development Expectations

• Maintain expert-level understanding of corporate tax law and practice concerning company structuring, distributions, and group reliefs
• Develop wider commercial awareness of corporate transactions and how tax structuring interacts with legal, financial, and operational issues
• Continue to enhance leadership skills by coaching team members and providing structured development support
• Contribute to the growth of the advisory function through proactive opportunity spotting and client engagement
• Support the strategic direction of the tax team, contributing to internal planning and resource allocation

Skills and Attributes Required

• CTA qualified (or equivalent) with extensive experience in corporate tax structuring and advisory work
• Proven track record in leading complex tax planning projects and managing risk
• Strong written communication skills, including report drafting and technical documentation
• Commercially astute with the ability to translate technical issues into clear advice
• Effective leadership and coaching skills, with a commitment to developing others
• Confident and credible communicator with both internal and external stakeholders
• Organised, resilient, and adaptable in managing multiple priorities

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About Us

Ryan offers outstanding opportunities to work in a dynamic, rapidly expanding tax services firm serving the world’s most respected Global 5000 companies. Our innovative work environment, accelerated growth path for high performers, competitive benefits package, and outstanding earning potential provide the most rewarding career experience available in the industry.

Ryan employees are given the freedom to do their best work in the way they work best. With a clear understanding of expectations and accountabilities, our employees are given ownership of their time and flexibility to meet the demands of their professional and personal lives.

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Ryan LLC (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).

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