Transactions Tax Director

Senior Director - Tax Transactions

Location: London
Employment Type: Full-time Hybrid Working

About Us

Our client is a global consulting firm renowned for delivering expert-driven solutions to leading companies, law firms, and private equity firms. For over 40 years, they have helped clients navigate complex financial and legal challenges with a focus on impactful results. Their open, collaborative culture fosters professional growth, diversity, and recognition, making it an exciting place to build your career.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Manager or Director to the tax team as a Transactions Tax Director. The successful candidate will support senior leaders in providing tax advisory, transaction structuring, and due diligence services. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects across various industries, developing broad technical expertise in UK tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

1. Transaction Support: Lead or assist with tax aspects of transactions, including structuring and due diligence exercises.
2. Client Engagement: Collaborate with clients, identifying tax risks and opportunities, and drafting comprehensive reports.
3. Team Coordination: Work closely with colleagues across the tax, transaction services, and restructuring teams.
4. Mentorship & Delegation: Manage and mentor junior team members, overseeing their work and professional development.
5. Advisory Services: Provide expert support on complex tax queries, ensuring practical and robust advice.
6. Thought Leadership: Contribute to thought leadership initiatives, staying current on tax regulations and market trends.

What We're Looking For

1. Qualifications:
   • Bachelor's Degree (2:1 or equivalent).
   • ACA, CTA, or equivalent professional qualification.
2. Experience & Skills:
   • Solid post-qualification experience in tax advisory, particularly in transaction-focused roles.
   • Strong understanding of UK tax, including corporation tax, and ideally some exposure to employment tax, VAT, and stamp taxes.
   • Experience in buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence, including acquisitions, disposals, and corporate carve-outs.
   • Familiarity with accounting principles in transaction contexts, including tax accounting.
   • Proven ability to communicate technical tax issues effectively to both tax and non-tax professionals.
   • Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
   • Strong interpersonal skills with a track record of building relationships with clients and internal teams.

Growth and Development

Our client is committed to investing in your career development. You will have access to tailored training programs, professional certifications, and a dedicated mentor to guide you through your career milestones. They encourage continuous learning and offer opportunities for on-the-job training and self-guided courses.

Benefits

As well as a market leading salary and bonus package, the successful candidate will receive a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being, including a competitive pension plan, flexible benefits tailored to your needs (healthcare, lifestyle options), and hybrid working arrangements. Additionally, our client provides professional development programs, wellness initiatives, and community volunteering opportunities.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are a driven tax professional looking to take on significant responsibility and grow within a supportive, dynamic team, we want to hear from you. Apply now to hear more and have the opportunity to make a difference on high-impact projects across diverse industries.