We are Grant Thornton, a leading global professional services firm with a presence in over 149 countries.
Our team is rapidly approaching 3,000 people, spread across 9 offices in Ireland, Isle of Man, Gibraltar, and Bermuda. We bring our clients local knowledge, national expertise, and a global presence to help them succeed wherever they're located.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manager, M & A to work in our Transactions and Corporate Tax Advisory team. This role involves advising innovative indigenous and outbound clients across diverse sectors on local and international corporate tax matters.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and Manage Tax Due Diligence Projects:
* Oversight of tax due diligence processes for M&A transactions, ensuring comprehensive identification and assessment of tax risks and opportunities.
* Coordination with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cohesive and detailed due diligence reports.
* Identification of potential deal-breakers, liabilities, and value-enhancing opportunities from a tax perspective.
Transaction Structuring:
* Advice on the tax implications of transaction structures, identifying risks, opportunities, and strategies to optimise tax outcomes.
* Design and implementation of innovative structuring solutions tailored to client objectives and regulatory requirements.
* Collaboration with legal and financial advisors to align transaction structures with business and tax considerations.
Legal Document Review:
* Review and analysis of legal documentation, including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and tax covenants, from a tax perspective.
* Ensuring tax-related clauses are accurately drafted and aligned with the agreed-upon structuring strategies.
* Proactive recommendations to address potential tax risks in legal documentation.
Client Relationship Management:
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor for all M&A tax-related matters.
* Leading client meetings, presentations, and discussions to articulate complex tax issues and solutions effectively.
* Active participation in business development initiatives, including proposal preparation and client pitches, to expand the firm's M&A tax services.
Tax Advisory and Risk Management:
* Providing strategic advice on tax-efficient acquisition, financing, and exit strategies for clients.
* Assessment of the tax implications of cross-border transactions and advice on international tax planning opportunities.
* Staying updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
Team Leadership and Mentorship:
* Leadership, mentoring, and developing junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
* Providing guidance and support to enhance technical and professional development.
* Effective allocation of resources across projects to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
Required Skills and Attributes:
* ACA/ACCA or CTA qualification.
* Minimum 4-5+ years' post-qualification experience in a tax department of a large practice (ideally Big 6).
* Strong technical knowledge and proven ability to identify opportunities for clients.
* Approachable and respected member of the team who takes a proactive interest in the team's performance and wellbeing.
* Capable of working independently while taking responsibility and ownership for wider team issues.
* Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and the team.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
We provide equitable opportunities for all colleagues at Grant Thornton. Our workplace culture agenda prioritises equity, diversity, and inclusion.