M&A Transactions Tax Manager

Taxation; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Manchester seeks an M&A Transactions Tax Manager. This position involves working on large European transactions and advising major clients. Candidates should be ACA/CTA/ACCA qualified with a professional services background in M&A tax. The role offers a hybrid work model, substantial benefits, and the opportunity to grow within a high-performing team. Join this standout opportunity to enhance your career in international tax advisory.

Benefits

Benefits allowance worth £5,000

Private Medical Insurance

Annual Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity

Wellness facilities

Qualifications

• Professional services background with M&A tax experience.
• Experience managing and delivering tax advisory projects.
• Strong technical tax knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex, high-profile M&A transactions.
• Engage in business development and client relationship building.
• Coach and develop junior team members.

Skills

Excellent communication

Project management skills

Education

ACA/CTA/ACCA qualified

Job description

M&A Transactions Tax Manager

Manchester

£55,000 - £70,000 (hybrid work model & wider benefits)

We are currently working with a Big 4, global leader in professional services, seeking to expand their market‑leading M&A Tax team with the hire of a Tax Manager.

This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the largest buy‑outs in Europe, advising major private equity houses and infrastructure funds whilst working with a fantastic portfolio of clients.

This is a standout opportunity to join a high‑performing team at the forefront of international M&A tax advisory.

Your New Role:

• Strengthen your M&A expertise by working on complex, high‑profile transactions across the full deal life cycle - including due diligence, tax structuring, SPA and financing input, post‑deal integration, and exit planning.
• Work with a broad and diverse client base, from leading global and mid‑market private equity firms to infrastructure funds, multinational corporates, and emerging investors.
• Play a hands‑on role in business development and client relationship building, contributing to proposals and market engagement strategies.
• Continuously grow your technical tax knowledge through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to coach and develop junior team members.

Why consider this role and firm?

• Their Manchester office serves as the headquarters for the firm's North West practice. The space includes a dedicated client suite, flexible co‑working areas, and a 'Gallery Room' for workshops and seminars. They also have facilities like wellness rooms, nursing rooms, and multi‑faith rooms.
• Hybrid working policy with the flexibility to work from home for two days per week.
• Exposure to high profile, international sports clientele that are deemed household names.
• Benefits allowance worth £5,000.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Annual Bonus Scheme based on firm‑wide & personal performance.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity.

What you'll need to succeed:

• ACA/CTA/ACCA qualified.
• You will come from a professional services background having worked in M&A tax.
• Experience managing and delivering tax advisory projects.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Want to find out more about this role?

If you believe that this position is of interest or would like to find out more information, call Victoria Walker on 0161 5297 109 or email [e-mail]

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