Transfer Pricing Manager

AAB; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Pension scheme

Death in Service

Volunteer day

Job summary

AAB is seeking a transfer pricing specialist in Edinburgh to lead end-to-end TP projects for international clients. You will scope, plan, execute, and bill engagements while designing TP policies and conducting benchmarking studies as per UK law and OECD guidelines.

You will manage client relationships, translate complex TP concepts into actionable insights, and collaborate with Tax, Audit and Corporate Finance teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Qualifications

• Qualified in transfer pricing advisory with demonstrable UK/OECD knowledge.
• Experience delivering transfer pricing documentation and benchmarking.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end transfer pricing projects, including scoping, planning, execution and billing.
• Lead interviews and oversee preparation of Local Files and Master Files per UK legislation and OECD guidelines.
• Draft clear, concise client reports and deliverables.
• Maintain proactive client relationships and provide commercially-focused TP advice.
• Support business development and proposals to expand services with existing clients.
• Collaborate with Tax, Audit and Corporate Finance teams to deliver integrated client solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Written and verbal communication

AI for efficiency

Project management

Client relationship management

Cross-team collaboration

Attention to detail

Continuous learning

Education

ACA/CA/ACCA/CTA/ADIT or equivalent

Job description

DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB.

AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid-market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world.

Application Deadline: 28 August 2026

Department: Corporate Tax

Location: Edinburgh

ROLE PURPOSE

Key duties & responsibilities:

• Client Delivery & Project Management
  • Manage the end-to-end delivery of transfer pricing projects, including scoping, planning, execution, and billing
  • Design, implement, and review transfer pricing policies for international clients
  • Lead functional analysis interviews and oversee the preparation of transfer pricing documentation (e.g. Local Files, Master Files) in accordance with UK legislation and OECD guidelines
  • Manage economic analyses and preparation of benchmarking studies
  • Support cross-border financing engagements, including thin capitalisation analysis and interest benchmarking
  • Draft clear, concise, and technically robust reports and client deliverables
• Client Relationship Management
  • Act as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong and proactive relationships
  • Provide practical, commercially focused transfer pricing advice
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear and actionable insights for clients
• Business Development
  • Support the leadership team in identifying and securing new business opportunities
  • Contribute to proposals and the development of client solutions
  • Identify opportunities within the existing client base to expand service offerings
• Collaboration & Leadership
  • Work closely with colleagues across Tax, Audit, and Corporate Finance to deliver integrated client solutions
  • Train, mentor, and support the development of junior team members
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of internal methodologies and processes
• Practice Development
  • Support the growth and strategic development of the transfer pricing practice
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK transfer pricing legislation and OECD developments
  • Drive continuous improvement in technical capability and service delivery

Experience & qualifications

• Professionally qualified (ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA, ADIT or equivalent)
• Demonstrable experience in transfer pricing advisory, either in practice or industry
• Strong understanding of UK transfer pricing legislation and OECD guidelines
• Experience in transfer pricing documentation, functional analysis, and economic benchmarking
• Experience in intercompany financing and thin capitalisation analysis

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident user of AI to generate efficiencies and automate workflows
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work across teams
• High level of attention to detail and professional judgement
• Proactive approach to learning and development

Personal Attributes

• Professional and client-focused approach
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and evolving environment
• Takes ownership and accountability for deliverables
• Demonstrates integrity and alignment with organisational values

Career Development

This role offers clear opportunities for progression, including:

• Increased responsibility for client relationships and complex engagements
• Involvement in strategic growth initiatives for the transfer pricing practice
• Ongoing professional development and technical training

WHAT AAB OFFER

We want you to feel supported inside and outside of work. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed for your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career.

Time Off & Family Support

• Annual leave (plus public holidays), with the option to buy or carry over leave
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption)
• Paid volunteering day to support causes that matter to you

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for you and the option to cover family members
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support
• Death in Service benefit

Financial Security

• Competitive pension scheme
• Life assurance policies to support you and your family

Flexible & Agile Working

• Hybrid working model
• Agile working culture that supports flexible hours and smarter working
• Modern office spaces designed for collaboration, focus, and wellbeing