Senior Corporate Tax Director (M&A & Restructuring)

BDO Llp; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO LLP in Ipswich is seeking a senior tax professional to provide advisory services to owner-managed businesses and their stakeholders. You will handle a broad range of tax matters, including M&A and restructurings, with support from private client specialists as needed.

You will own client assignments, apply rigorous technical knowledge, and deliver clear, commercially relevant advice. The role emphasizes independent work, risk management, and proactive client development within a

Qualifications

• Strong, up-to-date technical tax knowledge with demonstrable advisory experience, especially for owner-managed businesses and their shareholders.
• Experience delivering M&A transactions, corporate restructurings and reorganisations with tax implications.
• Proven ability to turn complex tax issues into clear, commercially relevant advice.
• Ability to manage assignments independently with sound judgment on when to consult or escalate.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a range of tax advisory assignments, focusing on OMBs and their shareholders and management teams.
• Apply technical knowledge to develop practical, commercial tax solutions and communicate advice clearly.
• Prepare and review client advice with appropriate technical consultation and Partner involvement.
• Work independently while seeking timely support on higher-risk matters.
• Build client relationships and contribute to business development with guidance from Partners.

Skills

Tax advisory

Client management

M&A advisory

Tax research

Risk management

Coaching

Education

CTA/ACA qualification

Post-qualification experience

Job description

BDO LLP in Ipswich is seeking a senior tax professional to provide advisory services to owner-managed businesses and their stakeholders. You will handle a broad range of tax matters, including M&A and restructurings, with support from private client specialists as needed.

You will own client assignments, apply rigorous technical knowledge, and deliver clear, commercially relevant advice. The role emphasizes independent work, risk management, and proactive client development within a