Tax Associate Director - Transactions focus

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Job Description:

NEW GROUND WON'T BREAK ITSELF

This is an exciting opportunity to join the GT tax team that advises businesses and their owners on significant transactions.

This is an advisory-only role, with no compliance responsibilities.

You will work on a variety of interesting projects, including tax structuring of trade sales, private equity investments, management buyouts, IPOs, carve-outs/demergers, and related planning.

This role may suit you if you have experience advising shareholders and their companies on transactions, whether you have a corporate or private client tax background (we have team members from both areas).

You will benefit from working with approachable, friendly colleagues in a supportive culture that emphasizes technical excellence, practical solutions, and exceptional client service.

The role is within our GT Private South & London team, covering transaction advisory and traditional private client advice for high-net-worth individuals. There is flexibility to work across both areas if interested.

Role Overview:

• Provide expert tax advice to mid-market businesses and shareholders
• Advise on tax implications and structuring of acquisitions, disposals, and business separations
• Build trust with clients by delivering high-quality, accurate tax advice on time
• Lead client interactions and coordinate with the Private and wider Tax teams
• Support and develop junior team members
• Lead client meetings, confidently address queries
• Offer creative solutions to tax issues and identify cross-selling opportunities within the GT network

Candidate Requirements:

• Professional qualification (CTA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent)
• Experience advising clients on complex tax matters and transactions
• Interest in personal and team development

Preferred but not essential skills include:

• Enhancing personal and firm profile externally
• Business development and proposal writing experience

Why Join Us:

At Grant Thornton, we value diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where everyone's contributions are appreciated. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions both professionally and personally.

We support flexible working arrangements, including a minimum of two days in the office per week, to help maintain work-life balance.

Beyond the Job:

We believe life extends beyond work. We are committed to flexible working options to support your personal life and well-being.

We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold integrity-doing what's right for the firm, clients, colleagues, and themselves.