Transactions Tax Associate Director

Grant Thornton; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial consulting firm in Liverpool seeks a Transactions Tax Associate Director to advise on tax structuring and due diligence for transactions. The ideal candidate has a chartered accountant qualification and strong UK tax background. Key responsibilities include managing client relationships, overseeing due diligence, and preparing reports. Benefits include flexible working, tailored development programs, and more.

Benefits

Flexible holidays

Pension

Life assurance

Private medical

Gym memberships

Shopping discounts

Financial advice

Qualifications

• Qualified chartered accountant or tax adviser.
• Solid UK tax background.
• Experience in M&A tax careers.

Responsibilities

• Advise on tax structuring and due diligence.
• Lead client discussions and manage relationships.
• Oversee due diligence meetings and prepare reports.

Skills

UK corporation tax compliance

M&A experience

Knowledge of transfer pricing

Client handling experience

Project management experience

Strong Excel skills

Strong PowerPoint skills

Education

Chartered accountant or tax adviser (ACA, CA CTA, ADIT or equivalent)

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description

Our Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) Tax team provides a full spectrum of tax services to private equity, covering funds, deals, and portfolio companies, on domestic and international transactional work.

We advise mid-market private equity firms and large corporates with deal values from millions to over a billion, supporting clients through the entire deal lifecycle from proposal to post-deal advice.

Our work spans various sectors, including technology, gaming, care homes, art galleries, travel, and retail. This environment is fast-paced, technically focused, and requires excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

The TAS Tax team is small, growing rapidly, with opportunities for responsibility and development.

We seek enthusiastic individuals aiming for an AD role and interested in M&A tax careers.

We support flexible working, including reduced hours and job shares, to help balance work, study, and life.

Role Overview

As Associate Director, you will advise on tax structuring, undertake tax due diligence for buy-side and sell-side transactions, and may work on public company transactions on AIM or the Main Market.

You will lead client discussions, manage relationships, coordinate with FDD and SPA teams, oversee due diligence meetings, and prepare reports on acquisition structures.

You will review financial models, legal documents, and collaborate with stakeholders across TAS, Corporate Finance, and international teams. Business development and project budget management are also key responsibilities.

Technical research, team training, and development are part of your role.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a qualified chartered accountant or tax adviser (ACA, CA CTA, ADIT or equivalent), with a solid UK tax background. Skills that are desirable include:

• UK corporation tax compliance and M&A experience
• Knowledge of transfer pricing, R&D, VAT, employment taxes, stamp duty, share transactions/share options
• Client handling and project management experience
• Technical tax advisory experience
• Ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet deadlines
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills

Our Culture and Benefits

Grant Thornton values an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We seek purpose-driven, curious, candid, and kind individuals.

Benefits include tailored development programs, flexible holidays, pension, life assurance, private medical, shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial advice, and more.

Working Environment

We promote a trust-based, flexible working environment, encouraging work-life balance and responsible working practices. We look for proactive individuals eager to contribute and innovate.

Join us and help drive our business forward.