Real Estate Tax Director

Alvarez & Marsal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global advisory firm in London is seeking a Real Estate Director to provide expert guidance on complex UK and international real estate tax issues. Candidates should have a strong background in real estate tax, excellent communication skills, and ACA or CTA qualifications. This role offers opportunities for professional and personal development in an engaging, collaborative culture that values integrity and growth, making it a great place to work for passionate professionals.

Benefits

Robust performance development process

Continuous learning and development

Well-being support resources

Qualifications

• A number of years experience in real estate tax.
• Strong analytical, research, and organizational skills.
• Experience leading client relationships and teams.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on UK and international real estate tax issues.
• Lead tax due diligence and report on risks and transaction structures.
• Cultivate strong client relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Oversee multiple engagements and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Real estate tax

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Client relationships

Communication skills

Project management skills

Education

ACA or CTA qualified

Job description

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Description

Real Estate Director

London

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal ("A&M") is a group of entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals who take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity- is why our people love working at A&M.

We provide tax, turnaround management, restructuring, performance improvement, and corporate advisory services. Our tax practice is unique in that we offer the opportunity to work without audit conflict and truly act a trusted business advisor. We provide our teams with opportunities and support to develop and cultivate careers that are most meaningful to them and reward them based on their achievements.

The Real Estate Team

A&M Tax is an independent tax group made up of experienced tax professionals dedicated to providing customized tax advice to clients and investors across a broad range of industries. The Real Estate group extend A&M's commitment to offering clients a choice in advisors who are free from audit-based conflicts of interest and bring an unyielding commitment to delivering responsive client service. A&M Tax has offices in major metropolitan markets throughout EMEA, the U.S., Asia and Australia.

In today's increasingly complex global tax environment, having international reach, a strong local presence and the right expertise is critical to the successful execution of all client tax affairs.

Our Real Estate Tax team advises large real estate, infrastructure and renewable investors, funds, developers, banks and private businesses on transactions, tax structuring, risk management and commercial negotiations, supporting acquisitions, bids and investment strategies across a wide range of property, infrastructure and energy asset classes.

What will you be doing?

• Provide expert guidance on complex UK and international real estate tax issues, developing practical solutions for investors, funds, and developers.
• Supervise and coordinate tax advisory work on acquisitions, disposals, refinancings, developments, and restructurings across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead tax due diligence efforts, highlighting key risks and advising on optimal transaction structures to support investment objectives.
• Develop and oversee implementation of tax-efficient holding, financing, and fund arrangements, including joint ventures and co-investment structures, aligned with client goals.
• Cultivate strong client relationships, serving as a senior point of contact and trusted advisor for key stakeholders.
• Guide and support junior and mid-level team members, enhancing technical expertise and encouraging professional growth.
• Oversee multiple engagements and budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and profitably.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and identifying opportunities to expand existing relationships.
• Advise clients on ongoing compliance, reporting, and investor tax obligations, proactively addressing potential challenges.

Qualifications:

• A number of years experience in real estate tax
• Strong writing, analytical, research and organizational skills
• Experience leading client relationships
• Strong communication, presentation, project management, and business development skills
• Ability to work in dynamic, time-sensitive environment.
• ACA or CTA qualified

How will you grow and be supported?

At A&M, we know our people drive our growth, and we're focused on providing an employee experience that supports professional and personal development. We provide our team with a robust performance development process which encourages continuous learning and development that rewards you for your contributions. We have the best technical and formalized on-the-job training and offer endless opportunities for professionals to acquire new skills. We also prioritize your well-being and provide personal tools and resources to support you through your personal journey. Click to learn about our commitment to your well-being. Our Tax professionals consistently share their favourite attributes of A&M are the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture of course, the fun we have together. The possibilities are endless for high performing and passionate tax professionals. Click to learn more about why A&M is a great place work.