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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.Job Description:NEW GROUND WONT BREAK ITSELF.Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.As a member of our Private Equity tax team, you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of private equity backed businesses supporting them from investment to exit.Were happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, well support you to balance your work and life.A look into the roleAs an Associate Director within our Private Equity tax team, you will:Be advising a broad range of clients on a range of tax issues, covering a broad range of compliance and advisory projectsResponsible for supporting Directors and Partners by managing and developing a team of high calibre, knowledgeable tax specialists that service the portfolio company throughout the lifecycle of the private equity investmentBe actively involved in client meetings, concisely and confidently answering client queriesEngender trust and respect from clients by producing high quality tax advice accurately, delivering on expectations and deadlinesTake responsibility for developing more junior team members, understanding their career aspiration and support in this deliveryProvide intelligent and creative solutions to client tax issues both reactively and proactively, taking an active approach to exit readiness and cross-selling wider solutions for other teams around the GT networkLead on pitch/proposals. Youll actively grow the business by being present in the market and demonstrating our capabilities to clients and targetsKnowing youre right for usWeve set ambitious growth targets for the firm, and we need the right people to help us achieve these. Were looking for people who will bring ambition and drive to their role. In changing markets, we need to be able to work at pace and be adaptable to change and to be curious, asking questions of ourselves, each other and our clients to ensure we are delivering the services and quality we expect.Joining us as an Associate Director, the minimum criteria youll need is a professional qualification (CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with post qualification experience, and to be confident managing a portfolio of private equity backed businesses.It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but dont worry if you dont tick every box, well help you develop along the way:Youll have experience of working with PE backed businesses, ideally (but not essential) some transactions experience (DD and/or tax structuring)Youll have reviewed work and supervised people in a tax environmentYoull have gained experience working within a professional services environmentYoull have experience of managing a large portfolio of private equity backed and/or transactional tax clientsYoull have demonstrable Business Development experienceAn eagerness to develop deep knowledge of the firms services and capabilitiesKnowing were right for youThe culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart, were known for our inclusive culture and creating environments where all our people can flourish. The things that set you apart, we value them, and this helps us all to perform at our best.Our values are the unwavering principles that shape our daily behaviours and decisions, alongside our drive to do the right thing. Were looking for people who align with our values and are purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. You can learn more about our values in practice here.Its not just about our culture and values, in addition to a competitive salary and reward package, us youll also get:Tailored development programmes and access to coachingFlexible bank holidays allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to youBenefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefitsAny benefits giving you access to shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial adviceAnd more. Visit our benefits section to read more.How we workWe have a trust-based way of working, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our how we work framework gives flexibility in where, how, and when we work to deliver the best results for our clients, whilst helping you keep a balance between work and life. Life is more than work, the things you do, and the people youre with outside of work matter, thats why were happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. That is how it should be.Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.Were looking for people who can help drive the business forward, who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do whats right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. Its how it should be.#LI-KS#J-18808-Ljbffr