Transaction Tax Director

Mazars; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services network is seeking a Transactions Tax Director in London. The ideal candidate will lead teams in providing tax due diligence and M&A structuring services, requiring strong expertise in transactions taxes and client management. This role offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to step into leadership with potential for future partnership.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional qualification such as ACA or CTA.
• Proven experience in transactions taxes and leading complex assignments.
• Strong technical knowledge of key tax issues in transactions.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of complex tax due diligence assignments.
• Managing a portfolio of M&A tax advisory clients.
• Coordinating with deal advisory teams for seamless service.

Skills

Leadership

Tax Due Diligence

Client Relationship Management

Team Development

Education

ACA or CTA (or equivalent)

Job description

As a Transactions Tax Director, you will be responsible for leading our teams in providing the full range of tax due diligence and M&A structuring services to our clients.

The role involves working with both domestic and international clients, offering opportunities for those with UK and cross-border experience.

We expect the right candidate to have significant experience in transactions taxes, possibly including leadership and strategy development. This role can also be an excellent opportunity for someone stepping into their first leadership position, with potential to build a future partnership case.

Role & Responsibilities

Based on current team needs, the role includes:

• Leading the delivery of complex tax due diligence assignments, including corporation tax due diligence services;
• Coordinating with VAT, employment taxes, and other specialist teams across Mazars group countries to manage tax due diligence services;
• Collaborating with our transaction services team to market and secure new financial and tax due diligence projects;
• Building client relationships through engagements and proactively pursuing post-deal opportunities;
• Leading tax advisory structuring services, ensuring successful delivery of complex assignments;
• Managing a portfolio of M&A tax advisory clients as the main day-to-day contact;
• Owning client relationships, scoping assignments, and negotiating fees;
• Coordinating with deal advisory teams for seamless service on combined M&A projects across tax and other advisory services;
• Ensuring advice is properly reflected in transactions through communication with clients and advisers;
• Collaborating across tax, advisory, and consulting teams to identify opportunities and support go-to-market initiatives.

Strategic and Operational Leadership

• Helping shape the future of the transactions tax team by designing and implementing growth strategies;
• Enhancing deliverables and processes to improve quality, including supporting team training;
• Providing people management support, including development, appraisals, and performance reviews.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Relevant professional qualification such as ACA or CTA (or equivalent);
• Strong technical knowledge of key tax issues in transactions;
• Experience in transactions and leading teams on complex assignments;
• Ability to share experience, provide feedback, and support team development;
• Experience managing client financials, monitoring performance, and negotiating fees.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network operating in over 100 countries, committed to delivering exceptional client service in audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. We focus on sustainability issues like human rights, climate change, and environmental impacts.

Our diverse, multicultural team fosters a culture of belonging, individual ownership, and teamwork. We value inclusivity and support candidates throughout the recruitment process.

We encourage you to contact us to discuss any accessibility needs during your application process.