Head of Transactions Tax - Director

An outstanding opportunity for an experienced Transaction Tax professional to lead and develop a dedicated service line within a growing advisory firm. Backed by strong deal flow, established relationships and significant investment, this role offers genuine leadership and long-term growth potential.

Your new company

If you're looking for the platform to build something of your own without the risks of starting from scratch, this could be the opportunity. Joining a respected advisory firm with an established client base and strong transaction activity, you'll have the support and resources to create and grow a dedicated Transaction Tax practice.

The firm has a strong reputation across Tax, Corporate Finance and Advisory services, working with entrepreneurial businesses, family-owned companies, private equity-backed organisations, and international groups. With an established Corporate Finance team and a healthy pipeline of M&A activity, the foundations are already in place for continued success.

Your new role

As Head of Transaction Tax, you will lead the development of a dedicated Transaction Tax offering, advising clients on acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, and shareholder transactions. Working closely with Corporate Finance colleagues and other professional advisers, you'll support clients throughout the deal lifecycle while helping to grow the firm's Transaction Tax capability, build key client relationships, and develop a specialist team.

What you'll need to succeed

• UK Transaction Tax experience.
• Strong buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence expertise.
• Experience advising owner-managed businesses and shareholders.
• A proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
• CTA, ACA or equivalent professional qualification.

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to build and lead a dedicated Transaction Tax practice.
• Access to an established client base and strong deal flow.
• Support from an ambitious and entrepreneurial leadership team.
• Genuine Partner opportunity - either from day one or in the short term
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Opportunity to become a recognised Transaction Tax leader within the Midlands market.

What you need to do now
If you're an ambitious Transaction Tax professional looking for a leadership opportunity with significant growth potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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