Transaction Tax Advisory - Assistant Manager (Belfast)

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Main responsibilities:

• Supporting the delivery of Transaction Tax Advisory engagements, including buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence, M&A structuring support and other transaction-related advisory assignments.
• Taking responsibility for defined workstreams within engagements, ensuring work is delivered to a high technical standard and within agreed timelines.
• Producing high quality written deliverables, including due diligence reports, structuring papers and technical analysis, in line with client expectations.
• Undertaking technical research on transaction-related tax issues and clearly articulating findings to senior team members.
• Assisting with client communications, responding confidently to client queries and developing effective working relationships.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider tax team and other service lines to deliver integrated solutions for clients.
• Supporting the management of engagement budgets and timelines, escalating issues appropriately.
• Keeping up to date with changes in tax legislation and market developments relevant to transactions and sharing knowledge within the team.
• Assisting in the development and coaching of junior team members, including reviewing work and providing constructive feedback.

Skills and attributes:

• ACA (or equivalent) or CTA qualified.
• Relevant experience within a tax environment in practice.
• Exposure to transaction-related work is desirable but not necessary.
• Strong technical foundations in corporate tax, with an interest in applying this knowledge to complex transactions.
• Good project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly and practically.
• A proactive approach to learning, with the motivation to progress within a transaction-focused advisory role.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.