Senior Manager – Tax Advisory

MHA; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile Working (core hours 10-2)

33 days holiday inc. bank holidays

Competitive salary package

Employee recognition awards

Succession planning programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Various learning and development roles

Job summary

MHA, a leading UK accountancy firm, is seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Advisor in Manchester to deliver complex tax projects for corporate groups and private owners. You’ll shape client outcomes and build trusted relationships within a growing advisory team.

The role involves advisory work across structuring, transactions, succession planning and international expansion, with opportunities to lead, mentor juniors and contribute to business growth.

Qualifications

• Significant experience advising on corporate tax matters in a professional services environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK direct taxes affecting companies, shareholders and private owners.
• Experience with transaction tax, restructuring and strategic tax planning projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to explain concepts to non-specialists.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with ability to build client relationships.
• Experience coaching and developing junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering complex tax advisory projects for corporate groups and shareholders.
• Advising on company and group restructurings, including demergers and group simplifications.
• Supporting clients on acquisitions, disposals and buy-and-build strategies with tax due diligence.
• Providing buy-side and sell-side transaction tax advice to entrepreneurial businesses.
• Advising on corporate funding structures and financing arrangements.
• Designing and implementing joint ventures and investment structures.
• Succession planning for owner-managed businesses and family wealth preservation.
• Collaborating with other specialist teams to deliver joined-up client solutions.
• Working with international advisers on inbound/outbound international tax projects.
• Managing multiple advisory projects with high standards of delivery and service.

Skills

Corporate tax

UK direct taxes

Transaction tax

Restructuring

Project management

Business development

Client relationship

Job description

Are you ready to bring your Corporate Tax expertise to a role where your skills and unique perspective can make a lasting impact?

Here you’ll go beyond numbers

We're looking for an experienced and commercially minded tax advisor who thrives on solving complex problems and building trusted relationships. You'll work with entrepreneurial businesses, private groups, shareholders and business owners on a wide range of strategic tax projects, from structuring and transactions to corporate succession planning and international expansion. This is an opportunity to be part of a growing advisory team where you'll have the autonomy to shape client outcomes, develop the next generation of talent and play an active role in the future growth of the business.

What Sets Us Apart

At MHA, we’re about people first – our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As one of the UK’s top 15 accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the 8th largest network in the world, we are a hub of global knowledge with a strong local commitment.

Our people-focused approach truly sets us apart. Here, you won’t just be another face in the firm; you’ll be part of an ambitious, driven team dedicated to continuous learning and growth. We invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success. With access to unparalleled resources and award-winning development programs, you’ll have the freedom to shape your career while making a meaningful impact. We take immense pride in being awarded gold for Investors in People. This recognition reflects our deep commitment to nurturing talent and ensuring every individual feels valued and supported.

The role will include:

• Leading and delivering complex tax advisory projects for corporate groups, shareholders and management teams.
• Advising clients on company and group restructurings, including demergers, group simplifications, shareholder reorganisations and wider business transformation projects.
• Supporting clients on acquisitions, disposals and buy-and-build strategies, including transaction structuring, tax due diligence and post-acquisition integration planning.
• Providing buy-side and sell-side transaction tax advice to entrepreneurial businesses and private groups.
• Advising on corporate funding structures, debt rationalisation exercises and financing arrangements.
• Supporting the design and implementation of joint venture and investment structures.
• Advising owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurial clients on succession planning, ownership transition and long-term family wealth preservation strategies.
• Collaborating with Private Client, VAT, Employment Tax, International Tax and other specialist teams to deliver joined-up solutions for clients.
• Working with Baker Tilly International member firms and overseas advisers on inbound and outbound international tax projects.
• Managing multiple advisory projects simultaneously, ensuring high standards of technical delivery and client service.
• Building strong relationships with clients, becoming a trusted adviser and identifying opportunities to provide additional value.
• Supporting partners with business development activities, networking initiatives, proposal preparation and thought leadership.
• Coaching and developing junior team members and contributing to the ongoing growth of the wider tax advisory team.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant experience advising on corporate tax matters within a professional services environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK direct taxes affecting companies, shareholders and private business owners.
• Experience of transaction tax, restructuring and strategic tax planning projects.
• The ability to manage complex projects and deliver practical, commercially focused advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to clients and non-specialists.
• A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, with the confidence to identify opportunities and build client relationships.
• Experience of, or a genuine interest in developing expertise in, succession planning, family wealth planning and business owner advisory services.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experience of coaching and developing junior team members.

Rewards That Resonate

You’re more than a number to us; you’re an individual with unique talents and aspirations.

Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and recognise your contributions.

• Agile Working: Enjoy the flexibility of core hours from 10 AM to 2 PM and two home working days, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments seamlessly.
• 33 days holiday Inc. bank holidays, plus the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on a training contract, with the opportunity to buy 5 days)
• Competitive salary package
• Employee recognition awards: Outstanding Performance Award Bonus discretionary annual bonus, and other recognition initiatives.
• New and improved programme for succession planning and supportive management structure to help you realise your potential
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access a free confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counselling sessions and virtual doctors available for you and your family.
• And lots more!

Are You Ready to Elevate Your Career?