Corporate Tax Advisory (Transactions - M&A / Real Estate) - Edinburgh

W&A are delighted to be partnering with a market-leading professional services client to source a Corporate Tax Advisory (Transactions – M&A / Real Estate) role. We are keen to speak with individuals at Manager to Senior Manager level who are willing to work in Edinburgh or Glasgow. The role offers a competitive salary, plus bonus and benefits (more details below).

Company Profile

Our client is a well-established global professional services firm with a strong presence across multiple international markets. As a leading organisation in its sector, the firm provides expert legal, tax, and commercial advisory services to a diverse range of clients. Their team of specialists offers innovative and pragmatic solutions, ensuring technical excellence and commercial insight in every engagement. This opportunity allows professionals to work within a collaborative and high-performing environment, gaining exposure to complex corporate, commercial, and property tax matters.

Position Profile

The Manager/Senior Manager position will play a key role in delivering tax structuring advice, supporting business transactions, and providing high-quality tax consultancy services. This role will involve extensive engagement in M&A and real estate transactions, ensuring tax efficiencies are maximised in both sectors. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic and versatile tax team that advises on a wide variety of tax matters, including acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, property tax, fund structuring, and employee share incentives. Collaboration with senior professionals will be key to developing innovative tax strategies and supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert tax guidance on corporate and real estate transactions, ensuring optimal structuring and compliance
• Draft and review tax-related documentation, contributing to seamless transaction execution
• Advise on tax implications related to M&A, commercial property transactions, VAT, capital allowances, and devolved tax regulations
• Develop bespoke tax planning solutions to support clients in achieving their strategic objectives
• Assist in structuring and implementing tax-efficient employee share schemes in line with corporate activities
• Provide specialist tax advice on investment funds, including structuring and executive remuneration considerations
• Deliver tax-related training and thought leadership to internal teams and clients
• Engage in business development initiatives, strengthening client relationships and identifying new opportunities
• Ensure full compliance with relevant tax legislation while upholding best practices in data security and integrity

Person Profile

• 2-5+ years PQE with extensive experience in UK corporate and real estate tax advisory
• CTA (or equivalent) qualified
• Experience in M&A is highly advantageous
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to deliver practical, strategic tax advice
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience handling complex transactions
• Proficient in problem-solving and analytical thinking, with meticulous attention to detail
• Track record of contributing to business development and growing client relationships
• Adaptable and proactive, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-performing environment

Package & Benefits

The Corporate Tax Advisory (Transactions – M&A and Real Estate) role offers:

• £60,000 - £90,000 (depending on experience)
• Market-leading bonus scheme
• Pension: Competitive employer contribution
• Healthcare: Private medical cover
• EV car salary sacrifice scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Hybrid working model with flexible arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave
• Career development opportunities within a global organisation

The role can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, both easily accessible via public transport.

How to Apply

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Jack Ramage at jack@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk or reach out to W&A for a private and confidential discussion about the role and your current circumstances.

Alternatively, please apply, and we will be in touch.