Director, Corporate Tax, Reading

Our Global Compliance, Reporting and Advisory professionals help businesses meet complex demands for tax reporting and compliance with the associated tax advisory, strategy and controversy. The Global Compliance Reporting and Advisory team continues to experience growth due to strong client demand.By integrating deep technical and industry knowledge with established methodologies and cutting edge tax technologies they work with a wide range of large and complex multinational companies, (predominantly FTSE and significant inbound businesses) to help them develop and implement effective, practical and sustainable tax strategies.The opportunityDue to significant growth following a number of high profile client wins we are looking for anexperienced and driven Director in our Reading office. The role offers the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most exciting clients in the market to help support them as they navigate an ever increasingly complex tax environment.Your key responsibilitiesGrow and maintain relationships with clients, both existing and new clientsHigh level management of the successful delivery of technically complex advisory, compliance and reporting engagementsProviding exceptional client service with responsibility for quality providedWorking collaboratively with other tax specialist teamsGrow networks and relationships internally and externallyHelp people to develop through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring staffLead team initiatives, covering all aspects of leading a successful teamSkills and attributes for successSignificant experience in Corporate Tax from practice or from an in-house tax backgroundStrong client relationship management skillsNegotiation skills, able to sustain opinion and exhibit strong stakeholder managementBusiness development skills, able to identify and convert opportunities to sell workEffective time management, ability to remain calm when under pressure to meet deadlinesExcellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oralEnthusiastic team player with ability to create and sustain effective teamsExperience of coaching and developing more junior staffEnsure delivery of quality workTo qualify for the role you must haveExperienced corporate tax practitionerACA/CA/ACCA/CTA; or Tax Inspectors with full Technical Training Course; or Law qualification / Tax specialist qualification / or breadth of knowledge equivalent to a Tax specialist qualificationExperience in tax accounting/tax auditProven ability to read and interpret existing and new tax statuteIdeally, you'll also haveProject management skills, plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budgetWhat we look forTeam player; ability to integrate with new teams quicklyOutgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality outputExcellent communicator in range of situations both written and oralChange orientated with flexible approachWhat working at EY offersWe offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues aroundOpportunities to develop new skills and progress your careerThe freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youEY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at clientsites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.About EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.Join us in building a better working world.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr