Transactions Tax Manager

RSM UK

Join one of the world’s leading networks of audit, tax, and consulting firms. At RSM UK, we combine ambitious thinking with premium service to help middle-market businesses succeed. As a growing firm with a clear global vision, we are focused on becoming the leading adviser to the middle market — and that ambition is reflected in everything we do.

If you are looking for a role where you can shape your future, contribute to meaningful client work, and make a real impact, this could be the opportunity for you.

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Why Join RSM UK?

Joining RSM means becoming part of a business that values individuality, collaboration, innovation, and flexibility. Within our Tax team, you’ll work in an environment that not only embraces change, but helps drive it.

Our clients include:

• Owner-managed businesses

• Private equity-backed companies

• Large international organisations

We support them with both tax compliance and strategic advisory services, helping them navigate complex business decisions with confidence.

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About the Team

Our Transactions Tax specialists advise on a broad range of high-value and high-impact assignments. This includes supporting clients across the transaction lifecycle, from pre-deal planning through to post-deal structuring.

Our work includes:

• Buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence

• Tax advice on private equity and investment structures

• Vendor assistance projects

• Management tax planning

• Transaction-related tax structuring

Due to continued growth, strong client demand, and a number of high-profile M&A Tax appointments, we are looking to expand our National Transactions Tax faculty with the addition of a Manager.

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The Opportunity

As a Transactions Tax Manager, you will play an important role within RSM’s national network of M&A Tax specialists. Working closely with a regional Transactions Tax Partner, you will help shape the future growth and success of our Transactions Tax offering.

This is a role that offers:

• A high level of responsibility

• Exposure to varied and complex projects

• The chance to work across multiple sectors and industries

• Close collaboration with our Corporate Finance team

• Access to RSM’s international network

• Flexibility on base office location

You will be positioned at the forefront of advisory work, helping clients navigate tax considerations on significant transactions while contributing to the continued evolution of our national capability.

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What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will be responsible for a diverse mix of technical delivery, client engagement, people leadership, and business development activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a broad range of M&A tax projects, managing delivery from initial scope through to completion

• Provide pre- and post-transaction tax structuring advice to help clients achieve commercially effective and tax-efficient outcomes

• Prepare high-quality technical reports, including clear and accurate descriptions of client projects and tax findings

• Support business development activity, particularly in the private equity market, in partnership with the Transactions Tax Partner

• Research and prepare proposals for new opportunities and contribute to presentations for prospective clients

• Develop and coach team members through on-the-job guidance, formal training, and career development conversations

• Build strong client relationships and contribute to an excellent client experience throughout each engagement

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What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is motivated by continuous learning and collaboration.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical expertise, strong interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• CTA or ATII qualification preferred, or an equivalent professional qualification

• Ideally, an additional accounting qualification such as ACA or ACCA

• Experience operating at Assistant Manager or Manager level

• Strong knowledge of Transactions Tax, either in a specialist role or from a broader Corporate Tax background

• Proven ability to manage client relationships effectively and build trust

• A people-focused and inclusive leadership style, with the ability to coach and develop others

• An interest in or exposure to business development activities is beneficial, though not essential

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What You Can Expect From Us

At RSM, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a flexible and rewarding package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Benefits Include

• 27 days’ holiday, with the option to purchase additional days

• Hybrid working

• A range of lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits

• Financial wellbeing support, including financial tools and an electric car scheme

• Access to a virtual GP

• Individual healthcare cover

• More than 300 on-demand learning courses created by our in-house Talent Development team

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Our Commitment to Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are at RSM. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging and is empowered to bring their whole self to work.

We welcome people from all identities, backgrounds, and cultures because we know that diverse perspectives lead to better ideas, stronger collaboration, and deeper understanding of our clients’ needs.

By continuing to strengthen our culture, principles, and processes, we aim to build an environment where difference is embraced and inclusion is embedded throughout the firm.

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Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re looking for a career move that offers challenge, variety, development, and the chance to be part of a growing national team, then this is your opportunity to make your mark at RSM UK.

Apply now and help shape the future of Transactions Tax with us.