Transactions Tax Manager/Senior Manager

ICAEW; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ICAEW is looking for a Senior Tax Manager to lead the business tax function and advise on high-profile M&A transactions while ensuring compliant tax reporting for a diverse client base. You will manage your own portfolio, build strong client relationships, and work closely with senior stakeholders to drive growth and strategic tax solutions.

The role emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and the development of others in a flexible, remote working environment across the UK.

Qualifications

• Strong, up-to-date technical knowledge of corporate taxation.
• Proven experience advising entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, and PE-backed groups.
• Expertise in M&A tax matters (e.g. structuring, due diligence, buy/sell-side).
• Experience managing a client portfolio, including billing and cash collection.
• Ability to deliver both compliance and advisory services efficiently.
• A collaborative mindset with confidence working alongside senior stakeholders.
• Leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing others.

Responsibilities

• Advising on high-profile M&A transactions and overseeing tax compliance.
• Delivering strategic tax advisory solutions for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Manage your own portfolio, build strong client relationships and supervise billing.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the business to drive growth.
• Contribute to developing new business opportunities and support team development.

Education

CTA, ACA (or equivalent) qualified and/or degree educated

Job description

Your new company

Join a forward-thinking accountancy and business advisory firm that works with some of the UK's most ambitious and high-growth businesses. With a strong focus on entrepreneurial clients, this firm partners with dynamic organisations and their leadership teams, helping them navigate change and unlock new opportunities. Collaboration, innovation, and a people-first culture are at the heart of everything they do.

Your new role

As Senior Tax Manager (or manager), you'll play a pivotal role within the Business Tax team, working closely with clients across a wide variety of sectors. From advising on high-profile M&A transactions to overseeing tax compliance and delivering strategic advisory solutions, you'll enjoy a broad and impactful role. You'll manage your own portfolio, build strong client relationships, and collaborate with senior stakeholders across the business. Alongside this, you'll contribute to developing new business opportunities and support the growth and development of the wider team.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong, up-to-date technical knowledge of corporate taxation
• Proven experience advising entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, and PE-backed groups
• Expertise in M&A tax matters (e.g. structuring, due diligence, buy/sell-side)
• Experience managing a client portfolio, including billing and cash collection
• Ability to deliver both compliance and advisory services efficiently
• A collaborative mindset with confidence working alongside senior stakeholders
• Leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing others
• CTA, ACA (or equivalent) qualified and/or degree educated

What you'll get in return

• Exposure to high-profile, complex client work across diverse industries
• A supportive, collaborative culture that encourages growth and innovationi>
• Flexible, agile, and remote working options to support your work-life balance
• Clear progression pathways with structured career development
• Access to a wide network of expertise and cutting-edge resources
• A workplace that values individuality, encourages ideas, and rewards contribution