M&A Tax Associate Director

Ready to take the lead on high-profile transactions and complex M&A tax projects?We're looking for an experienced Associate Director to join a high-performing team in London, advising private equity and corporate clients on complex transactions. You'll take a leading role across tax due diligence, transaction structuring and M&A tax advisory, working on both buy-side and sell-side deals while building trusted relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
What you will get in your new roleCompetitive salary packageHybrid working, typically two days in the office, with additional flexibilityMatched pension contributionsLife insuranceComprehensive health and wellbeing supportFinancial wellbeing support and resourcesOption to purchase additional annual leaveAccess to a range of employee discounts and cashback offers
Responsibilities in your new role as M&A Tax Associate DirectorYou'll play a key role in delivering tax advisory and transaction projects, working closely with clients and internal teams throughout the process. Your responsibilities will include:Lead client discussions and present key findingsManage tax due diligence projects and review analysis and reportsAdvise on transaction structuring and key tax implicationsReview financial models, transaction documentation and supporting informationCollaborate with wider advisory teams and external stakeholdersSupport business development and new client opportunitiesManage multiple projects, budgets and deadlinesProvide technical tax guidance and supportCoach and develop junior team members
Your personality, experience and qualificationsWe're looking for a qualified Chartered Accountant or Tax Adviser, holding ACA, CA, CTA, ADIT or an equivalent qualification, with a strong grounding in UK tax practices. You'll bring experience in UK corporation tax compliance and/or M&A, alongside proven client management and project management skills and the ability to advise confidently on complex technical tax matters.Exposure to areas such as Transfer Pricing, R&D, VAT, Employment Taxes, Stamp Duty, share transactions or share option schemes would be advantageous. You'll be highly organised, comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines, and confident using Excel and PowerPoint to prepare high-quality client and target documentation. #J-18808-Ljbffr