Private Equity Tax Manager

GRANT THORNTON; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tax advisory sector is seeking a Manager for their Private Equity tax team. This role involves advising clients on tax compliance and advisory projects, overseeing tax return preparations, and building strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a professional qualification and experience in managing client portfolios, with a focus on private equity-backed businesses. The company promotes a flexible working environment and offers competitive salaries along with various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Tailored Development Programs

Flexible Holidays

Pension

Medical

Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience managing a client portfolio.
• Professional qualification (CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on tax issues, including compliance and advisory projects.
• Oversee preparation and review of corporation tax returns.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Tax Compliance

Advisory Services

Education

CTA

ACA

ACCA

Job description

Job ID:

R1033970

Job type:

Permanent

Time type:

Full time

Categories:

Tax

The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of a global network of independent audit, tax, and advisory firms, comprising over 76,000 professionals in more than 150 countries. We are a team of independent thinkers prioritizing quality, inclusion, and integrity. We bring diverse experiences to our clients, offering personalized, proactive, and agile services that go beyond expectations. That's Grant Thornton.

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 work with various private equity-backed businesses, supporting them from investment to exit.

We support flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job shares, to help you balance your work and personal life.

A look into the role

As a Manager within our Private Equity tax team, you will:

• Advise clients on a range of tax issues, including compliance and advisory projects
• Oversee the preparation and review of corporation tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Provide guidance on tax implications of business decisions and transaction structuring
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
• Understand client business objectives and offer tailored tax solutions
• Stay informed on tax legislation changes affecting private equity-backed clients
• Promote a collaborative work environment and support knowledge sharing
• Assist with pitches and proposals, and support business development activities

Knowing you’re right for us

We seek ambitious, driven individuals who can adapt to changing markets and are curious to learn. The minimum criteria include a professional qualification (CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) and experience managing a client portfolio.

Preferred skills include experience with PE-backed businesses, transaction work, supervision in a tax environment, and professional services experience. We value eagerness to develop deep knowledge of our services.

Knowing we’re right for you

Our inclusive culture and core values—purposeful, curious, candid but kind—set us apart. We offer competitive salaries, tailored development programs, flexible holidays, and benefits like pension, medical, and discounts.

We promote a trust-based, flexible working environment that balances professional and personal life, encouraging drive, innovation, and integrity.