Tax Associate Director - M & A

Tax Associate Director - M & A

Tax Associate Director - M & A

Apply locations Dublin Cork Galway time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR7247 We are Grant Thornton Grant Thornton Ireland is rapidly approaching 3,000 people, in 9 offices across Ireland, Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda. With a presence in over 149 countries around the world and a global network of 73,000 people, we bring our clients the local knowledge, national expertise and global presence to help them succeed – wherever they’re located. At GT, we work as trusted advisors , bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director, M & A to work in our Transactions and Corporate Tax Advisory team advising innovative indigenous and outbound clients across diverse sectors on local and international corporate tax matters. Responsibilities Lead and Manage Tax Due Diligence Projects:

• Oversee tax due diligence processes for M&A transactions, ensuring comprehensive identification and assessment of tax risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cohesive and detailed due diligence reports.
• Identify potential deal-breakers, liabilities, and value-enhancing opportunities from a tax perspective.

Transaction Structuring:

• Advise on the tax implications of transaction structures, identifying risks, opportunities, and strategies to optimise tax outcomes.
• Design and implement innovative structuring solutions tailored to client objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with legal and financial advisors to align transaction structures with business and tax considerations.

Legal Document Review:

• Review and analyse legal documentation, including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and tax covenants, from a tax perspective.
• Ensure tax-related clauses are accurately drafted and aligned with the agreed-upon structuring strategies.
• Provide proactive recommendations to address potential tax risks in legal documentation.

Client Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as a trusted advisor for all M&A tax-related matters.
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and discussions to articulate complex tax issues and solutions effectively.
• Actively participate in business development initiatives, including proposal preparation and client pitches, to expand the firm’s M&A tax services.

Tax Advisory and Risk Management:

• Provide strategic advice on tax-efficient acquisition, financing, and exit strategies for clients.
• Assess the tax implications of cross-border transactions and advise on international tax planning opportunities.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.

Team Leadership and Mentorship:

• Lead, mentor, and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Provide guidance and support to enhance technical and professional development.
• Allocate resources effectively across projects to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.

Skills and attributes:

• ACA/ACCA or CTA qualified;
• Minimum 7 years’ post qualification experience of working in a tax department of 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 on your own initiative while taking responsibility and ownership for wider team issues;
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and the team.

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