Job Description
London is Calling... Join an Expanding M&A Tax Team!
M&A Enthusiasts Wanted!
Are you a qualified tax professional looking to advance your career in an exciting, growth-focused environment? My client's M&A Tax Team is seeking a talented M&A Tax Manager to join their dynamic Corporate & Business Tax department.
Job Title: M&A Tax Manager
Location: London Office, W1T
Salary: Up to £75,000!
About the Role:
As an M&A Tax Manager, you'll work directly alongside our experienced partners and directors, providing specialist tax advice on corporate transactions ranging from £5m to over £100m. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a team that handles every deal from start to finish, with significant growth potential and no shortage of quality work.
Clients include owner-managed businesses, their shareholders, and increasingly, institutional buyers and investors. You'll be at the heart of transactions typically valued between £15m-£50m, working on both sell-side advisory and buy-side due diligence projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead project delivery: Manage day-to-day workflow on transaction projects and deliver technical advisory and due diligence reports
* Client relationship management: Communicate with all transaction stakeholders, including clients and their professional advisors
* Technical expertise: Provide advice across all areas of UK taxation, with support from internal specialist teams for PAYE and VAT matters
* Team development: Train and support junior team members through delegation and on-the-job coaching
* Transaction support including:
o Pre-sale support and tax restructuring
o Buy-side due diligence for acquisitions and lending reviews
o Transaction tax structuring advice to vendors
o Post-sale integration and group rationalisation
The Individual:
* UK transaction tax experience with deals in the £5m+ range
* Background from advisory practice (not in-house roles)
* CTA qualification (ACA/ACCA preferred)
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to deliver under tight transaction deadlines
* Personal drive and ambition to succeed
Desirable Qualities:
* Desire to expand tax skill set across new areas
* Commercial understanding of tax technical knowledge
* Excellent attention to detail and IT skills
* Relationship-building capabilities
* Commitment to professional standards and client service
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave plus three additional days off at Christmas
* Option to buy/sell additional holiday days
* Hybrid working arrangements
* Community volunteer scheme
* Life cover and Critical Illness cover
* Income protection
* Company pension scheme
* Salary reviews twice a year
* Loyalty awards and referral bonuses
* Comprehensive wellbeing support with generous absence pay
* Access to Digicare+ digital healthcare
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Eye tests
* Cycle to work scheme
Ready to take the next step in your M&A tax career?