Real Estate Tax Director - Big 4

Pro-Tax; City Of London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax consultancy in London is seeking a Real Estate Tax Director to provide expert guidance on complex transactions, including restructuring and mergers. You will lead client projects and mentor team members. Candidates should have a strong background in Real Estate or UK Corporate Tax and relevant qualifications. An attractive package with a clear progression path is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Clear route to Partner

Autonomy and innovation in role

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience advising on complex real estate or corporate tax transactions.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple workstreams, and deliver results under pressure.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the confidence to influence at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the design and direction of client projects.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Lead, mentor, and support team members.

Skills

Leadership in tax advisory

Complex transaction analysis

Stakeholder relationship management

Communication skills

Education

CTA/ACA or equivalent qualification

Job description

Real Estate Tax Director - Transactions Advisory

Location: London

Benefits: £120,000 - £180,000 + an excellent package

Progression - a clear route to Partner

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished tax professional to join a market-leading Real Estate Transactions team within a broader Deals and Advisory practice. The group provides expert guidance on the tax aspects of a wide variety of complex transactions, covering restructuring, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and real assets.

As a senior leader within the Real Estate Tax team, you\'ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality advice on domestic and cross-border deals for a diverse portfolio of clients - including institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, real estate funds, REITs, and global corporates. This is a fantastic chance to shape significant transactions and influence strategic tax outcomes for major market players.

What You\'ll Do

• Take overall responsibility for the design and direction of client projects, ensuring work is delivered to the highest professional standards.
• Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and oversee complex advisory engagements from inception to completion.
• Lead, mentor, and support team members, promoting continuous development and knowledge sharing.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships by understanding their commercial drivers and providing forward-thinking tax advice.
• Offer deep technical expertise and commercial insight on real estate and transactional tax matters.

What We\'re Looking For

We\'re seeking a strategic, people-focused leader with a passion for delivering practical and insightful tax advice. You\'ll have a strong track record in either Real Estate Tax or UK Corporate Tax, ideally gained within a professional services or in-house environment.

Essential skills and experience:

• Demonstrable experience advising on complex real estate or corporate tax transactions.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple workstreams, and deliver results under pressure.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the confidence to influence at senior levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a commercial mindset.
• A recognised accounting or tax qualification (CTA, ACA, or equivalent), or relevant professional experience gained internationally.

Why This Role?

You\'ll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly shape client outcomes and business growth. The environment encourages autonomy, innovation, and continuous professional development, providing an excellent platform for long-term career progression.

For more info - call Kevin Racher on 07968 202512 - [e-mail]

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