A Top 5 UK accountancy practice is continuing to grow its Corporate and M&A Tax team and is seeking an experienced M&A tax professional to join its expanding practice. The team advises private equity houses and acquisitive corporates across a wide range of sectors and has a clear and focused growth strategy.

This role offers the opportunity to lead high-quality transaction tax work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, with exposure to both buy-side and sell-side engagements.

The role:
*Lead tax due diligence and tax structuring assignments across a range of transactions.
*Work closely with specialists across VAT, Employment Tax and Transaction Services to deliver joined-up advice.
*Manage client take-on, engagement procedures and project risk.
*Act as a trusted adviser to clients, anticipating needs and maintaining regular communication throughout transactions.
*Contribute to legal documentation and financial models from a tax perspective.
*Build internal and external networks, supporting business development and cross-selling initiatives.
*Coach, mentor and develop junior members of the team.
*Support the development of key client relationships, including private equity accounts.
About you: *Strong, up-to-date transaction tax knowledge with the ability to advise on complex M&A issues.
*Demonstrable experience in tax due diligence and structuring.
*Proven project and people management experience.
*Confident dealing with senior client stakeholders and external advisers.
*Commercially minded with the ability to identify and develop new opportunities.
*Degree educated and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified (or equivalent).
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing transaction tax team within a leading firm, offering high-quality deal exposure, strong career development and flexible, agile working.