M&A VAT Associate Director

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. About the department When you become part of our Indirect Tax team, you’ll discover a culture celebrating individuality, fresh thinking, flexibility and collaboration, whilst not only embracing change but impacting it. We’re simply not a one-size-fits-all firm and work hard to create an environment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of RSM and our clients. Transactions Team Our Transactions Tax specialists provide a variety of services, such as tax due diligence reviews (buy-side and sell-side), advice relating to private equity and similar structures, vendor assistance, and management tax planning. As a result of consistent growth across the transactions tax team, increased client demand and high-profile M&A Tax appointments, we are looking to make an addition to at the level of Manager or Associate Director in the indirect tax part of the transactions team. Our team works on a national basis, and so the base office of the successful individual can be flexible. About the role You will work closely with a transactions VAT Director and be a crucial member of the team, ensuring the successful delivery of interesting, challenging and high-quality transactions tax technical projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team at an exciting part of the journey, working on a hybrid basis and reaping the rewards of being at home and in the office on a weekly basis. The variety of projects will challenge you every day, helping you expand your capabilities and grow professionally. You’ll have plenty of opportunity to broaden your horizons and discover a culture that nurtures individuality and celebrates fresh thinking, giving you a real opportunity to influence the way in which the team develops. Responsibilities: Completing indirect tax due diligence projects identifying VAT risks and making commercial and practical recommendations to our clients, which may be sellers or buyers of businesses. Delivering tax structuring advice before and after transactions to provide VAT efficient solutions for clients. Developing the more junior team, including delegation of appropriate work, on-the-job coaching and more formal feedback. Working alongside the transactions VAT Director to actively assist in business development including proposal preparation for new work and building relationships with clients and targets. About the ideal candidate CTA qualified is preferred or equivalent. Previous experience operating at Manager level (or equivalent) is necessary, or can demonstrate the skill set required to undertake the role. Good knowledge of working on transactions, either in a specialist capacity or as a part of a broader role. Proven experience in client handling and building good relationships. Embraces an inclusive approach to people development and supervision, demonstrating strong coaching abilities. Business development experience and/or interest in this aspect is advantageous but not essential. Note: This job description reflects the present requirements of the role. As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and will be subject to amendment in consultation with the individual. 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.

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