Job Description

More than you expectedThe UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 76,000 in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.:Grant Thorntonxe2x80x99s Alternative Funds tax team provides tax advisory, transactions and compliance services to alternative fund managers across all asset classes including private equity, venture capital, private debt, hedge funds, real estate and infrastructure.The teamxe2x80x99s client portfolio spans the breadth of the asset management sector, serving traditional asset managers, financial services institutions, private equity funds, alternative investors, the real estate sector, wealth and hedge asset managers, UK pension funds, and global institutional investors. We combine technical expertise with a commercial approach, to build a strong trusted adviser relationship with our clients.The Alternative Funds tax team sits as part of the wider Financial Services Tax team, which provides tax services to a variety of clients in the Financial Services market across Wealth and Asset Management, Banking and Capital Market and Insurance sectors.We have ambitious growth plans and are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic Associate Director with strong UK tax compliance and advisory experience to join our team in London. The alternative funds industry is dynamic, technically demanding and global, giving you the opportunity to work on domestic and international structuring, transactions and UK tax compliance and advisory matters, in addition to working with the wider Grant Thornton International network.You will be responsible for managing the full suite of tax compliance and advisory services for asset managers themselves and the funds they manage, across the entire investment lifecycle including fund structuring, structuring carried interest arrangements, structuring the investment and divestment of assets and ongoing tax compliance and investor reporting.Part of the role will focus on working alongside the partner group in building out the practice, building strong client relationships within the current and target client base. Working in practice means that the job is, by its nature, different every day and we want someone who is actively looking for this challenge. An agile approach to working with different projects and people is therefore essential.Wexe2x80x99re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, wexe2x80x99ll support you to balance your work and life.A look into the roleAs an Associate Director you will:Take ownership of providing highly technical tax advice to asset managers and the funds they manage throughout the investment lifecycle of the fund, including transaction and tax structuring supportDeliver partnership tax and corporate tax compliance services to asset management businesses, ensuring their tax reporting obligations and compliance deadlines are metAssist with investor reporting to enable clients to effectively communicate taxable results to their individual investorsDevelop and lead your own diverse client portfolio, ensuring a high level of client serviceWork closely with our colleagues cross the Grant Thorntonxe2x80x99s tax practice, Financial Services Industry and international network to identify opportunities from both new and existing clientsActively contribute to business development activities by proactively managing existing relationships and pitching work to new clientsProactively train and develop more junior members of the team, including through the delivery of bespoke training sessionsHave a thorough understanding and adhere to the firmxe2x80x99s risk management and quality proceduresKnowing youxe2x80x99re right for usJoining us as an Associate Director the minimum criteria youxe2x80x99ll need is a professional qualification (CTA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent), and to be confident managing a portfolio of clients.It would be great if you also had some of the following skills, but donxe2x80x99t worry if you donxe2x80x99t tick every box, wexe2x80x99ll help you develop along the way.Strong tax technical skills and an interest in the financial services sector (previous experience of working with one of the asset classes (private equity, venture capital, private credit) is preferred but is not essentialMix of corporate and partnership tax compliance experienceA track record of leading projects, with a focus on accountability, high quality and timely delivery.Self-motivated and strong team player.Excellent interpersonal skills are required in addition to strong oral and written communication skills.Familiarity with Alpha tax, CCH personal tax, Power BI, Microsoft Office, and other relevant software.Experience of coaching and developing more junior team members.Knowing wexe2x80x99re right for youEmbracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.Our open and accessible culture means youxe2x80x99ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. Thatxe2x80x99s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.Beyond the jobLife is more than work. The things you do, and the people youxe2x80x99re with outside of work matter, thatxe2x80x99s why wexe2x80x99re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and wexe2x80x99ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, youxe2x80x99ll be giving back to society. Itxe2x80x99s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firmxe2x80x99s values xe2x80x93 purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.Wexe2x80x99re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do whatxe2x80x99s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. Itxe2x80x99s how it should be.

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