Assistant Manager - Deals Tax

Assistant Manager - Deals Tax (M&A)

Are you ambitious, commercially minded and looking for a role that will accelerate your development? This opportunity offers exposure to some of the UK's most exciting transactions, backed by exceptional training, mentorship and a clear pathway for progression within a market-leading Deals Tax team.

The Company

Our client is a leading professional services firm with a highly regarded Deals Tax practice and a strong international presence. Working alongside transaction specialists, corporate financiers and deal advisory teams, they provide tax advice on some of the market's most complex and high-profile transactions.

The team operates on a national platform, bringing together specialists from across the UK to deliver best-in-class advice to a diverse client base ranging from multinational groups and private equity investors through to owner-managed businesses and fast-growth companies.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Manager to join a market-leading M&A Tax team. You'll advise on the tax implications of a broad range of transactions, working as part of multidisciplinary deal teams throughout the transaction lifecycle.

This role offers exposure to high-profile M&A projects, private equity transactions, business restructurings and real estate-related deals, providing an excellent platform for professional development and progression within a collaborative and commercially focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of bespoke tax advice on acquisitions, disposals, restructurings and other strategic transactions.
• Work closely with colleagues across Deals, Corporate Tax and Transaction Services to provide integrated client solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and internal teams.
• Collaborate with overseas tax specialists and wider international networks on cross-border engagements.
• Support and coach junior team members, contributing to their development and success.
• Participate in business development initiatives, helping identify opportunities with both existing and prospective clients.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate is likely to have:

• CTA or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience within Deals Tax, M&A Tax, Corporate Tax or a related advisory environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships effectively.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in transaction-driven work.
• Experience working on complex tax matters within a fast-paced client-facing environment.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Why Apply?

• Join one of the UK's most respected Deals Tax practices.
• Work on complex, high-value transactions across a diverse client portfolio.
• Gain exposure to private equity, multinational and entrepreneurial clients.
• Benefit from a highly collaborative national and international network.
• Enjoy clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development.
• Be part of a team that encourages curiosity, innovation and commercial thinking.

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