Global Compliance and Reporting Associate Director in London

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions – we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

This is a senior management role within a team of managers and coordinators responsible for implementing and managing multi‑country, multi‑service outsourcing engagements. These engagements typically include coordinating the preparation of annual tax returns and financial statements for clients operating in ten or more countries. The role is a project management and coordination position where the technical outputs and filings themselves are delivered by RSM’s global network of local member firms or RSM UK’s central delivery teams. This is a fast‑growing business which is expanding rapidly and is a core component of the firm’s global growth strategy.

This role will cover the proposal, onboarding, and delivery of these global engagements. The GCRS team is the focal point in the UK and Europe for the management of all significant multi‑country outsourcing engagements, working with client relationship holders and Consulting leadership in the UK and globally. The role demands the highly proactive management of multiple concurrent engagements and proposals and so requires exceptional organisational skills.

• Portfolio Ownership & Service Delivery – Take end‑to‑end ownership of a portfolio of international clients, independently driving service delivery standards, risk management, and issue resolution across all engagements.
• Client Relationship & Growth – Build and maintain strong senior‑level client relationships with a long‑term focus on identifying new service opportunities for the UK firm and the wider RSM network.
• Leadership & Team Management – Provide strategic leadership across delivery teams, including line management, workload planning, recruitment, onboarding, and performance development.
• Commercial & Financial Management – Own fees, billing, WIP, recovery rates, and overall financial performance, driving efficiencies and improvements in service delivery and resource deployment.
• Business Development & Continuous Improvement – Lead new business tenders and onboarding, manage global proposals, and drive departmental improvement initiatives and cross‑firm collaboration.

What we are looking for:

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you! We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• Professional Experience – Background in professional or financial services within large corporate environments, with experience managing senior client relationships.
• Technical & Commercial Expertise – Strong understanding of tax compliance, financial reporting processes, and overall commercial/business acumen.
• Client Relationship Skills – Excellent stakeholder management with the ability to build and sustain high‑value client relationships.
• Organisation & Delivery – Highly organised with strong multitasking, prioritisation, and time management capabilities.
• Leadership & Communication – Extensive people management and development experience, supported by strong communication skills and Microsoft Office proficiency.

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have a fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and Flexible working
• 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our in‑house Talent Development team

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.