The Team

KPMG’s Infrastructure team in the UK consists of c400 professionals and is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading independent financial and business advisers in infrastructure.
We provide in-depth advice on the strategic, financial, regulatory and commercial issues driving investments in infrastructure across Transport, Power & Utilities, and Social Infrastructure in the UK and internationally. Our work includes market and policy design, economic analysis, deal structuring and execution, as well as strategic and transaction advice to enable private and public capital to fund infrastructure. We also work closely with other functions within KPMG to advise clients on mergers and acquisitions, valuations, tax, accounting, and due diligence.

The utilities sector is a key business area for the Infrastructure Group and encompasses work for the large clients in the sector including all of the leading UK energy and water companies. We provide in depth strategic and technical advice on corporate finance issues, corporate financial management; regulatory finance, regulatory policy, business and financial planning, as well as other issues affecting value. We are widely recognised by many industry stakeholders as one of the most innovative advisors influencing the future of the sector.

Our business is expanding rapidly and is looking for a high-quality candidate to support our Power & Utilities business, with a particular focus on the water sector.

KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions

At KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions, we implement best-in-class solutions across the Microsoft technology stack. Our expertise spans the Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Fabric, and Azure platforms, enabling us to provide clients with connected, end-to-end solutions that drive meaningful business value.

The Role:
The Copilot Technical Architect plays a critical role in the design, development, and delivery of Microsoft Copilot solutions across industries. This position combines deep technical knowledge with client-facing experience, and is responsible for owning key solution areas, guiding implementation teams, and supporting pre-sales and go-to-market initiatives. The Technical Architect works closely with the Copilot Data Lead, Solution Consultants, and Business Development Managers to ensure client success and internal enablement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the technical design and architecture of Copilot-based solutions across client engagements.
• Lead the creation of proof-of-concepts (PoCs), demos, and solution assets that align with business requirements and technical feasibility.
• Provide architectural oversight to project teams, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with Microsoft best practices.
• Support presales activities including client workshops, bid responses (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs), and technical presentations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to define reusable solution components and accelerators.
• Stay aligned with the Microsoft roadmap for Copilot, AI Studio, Fabric, and Power Platform technologies.
• Guide junior consultants and technical leads, providing mentoring and review support.
• Contribute to internal capability building by sharing knowledge and leading enablement sessions.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a technical architect, pre-sales, or advanced consulting role.
• Deep understanding of Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Power Platform, and Microsoft Azure services.
• Demonstrated ability to design, build, and present complex Microsoft-based solutions to both technical and business audiences.
• Proven success in at least one major industry (e.g., Financial Services, Public Sector, Retail, Manufacturing, Energy, or Professional Services).
• Experience with licensing and integration strategy around Copilot and supporting Microsoft technologies.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Microsoft AI Studio, Microsoft Fabric, and Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications.
• Familiarity with Power Automate and broader intelligent automation patterns.
• Experience working in client delivery roles with a strong utilisation rate.

The Person:

• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical and pragmatic problem solver, able to balance technical detail with business outcomes.
• Proactive, collaborative, and comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and focus on quality in both client delivery and internal assets.
• Flexible, delivery-focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Job Overview

This exciting role is within our International Tax group based in the London office, focusing on large inbound and outbound multinational businesses. You’ll join a high performing team advising some of the largest and most complex organisations in the world.

We are looking for a talented individual at Manager level to support our continued rapid growth. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic and challenging working environment, supported by a strong and ambitious leadership team.

Job Description

You will work with a diverse portfolio of clients across UK listed and take on a variety of projects, including corporate tax and multi-jurisdictional international tax structuring, business reorganisation, international expansion, operating model redesign, tax controversy support and responding to ongoing global tax policy change including BEPS 2.0.

The role will suit either a Manager wanting to drive their tax career forward advising international businesses, or an ambitious Assistant Manager wanting to take the next step. Previous experience of working with multinationals is helpful, but strong technical skills, drive and curiosity are essential.

Key roles and responsibilities will include:

• Working as a key member of the team to provide International Tax advisory services to support our clients in achieving their commercial objectives.

• Managing and supporting on the successful delivery of technically excellent advice including tax structuring, refinancing, business and legal structure optimisation, pre/post transaction reorganisations, tax authority enquiries and providing technical support to the wider corporate tax team.

• Liaising with specialists in other departments and overseas offices to oversee their input into tax advisory projects.

• Coaching and developing more junior members of the team.

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and understanding of their business in order to create opportunities to help with the provision of tax and other services.

• Managing proposals for new work, including delivering tender documents, presenting at client pitches and identifying solutions for client issues.

• Seeking out and pursuing opportunities with targets and actively participating with Directors and Partners in business development activities.

• Being a role model for KPMG’s values.

Qualifications and Experience

• ACA, CA, CTA, ACCA or equivalent qualified with strong corporate tax and accounting knowledge.

• Ability to develop, coach and lead staff, as well as manage stakeholders.

• Strong interpersonal skills are required in addition to strong oral and written communication skills.

• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills are key, as is a commercial approach to resolving issues and providing advice.

• Pro-active in identifying and progressing business opportunities for the long-term benefit of both KPMG and the client.

• Ability to multi-task – to manage a wide range of projects and relationships.

• High level of drive and enthusiasm with a positive attitude.

• Dedication to continuously develop technical knowledge.

• Inquisitive with attention to detail.

Service Line Information

The International Tax group is a dynamic and successful area of our business. A constantly changing and increasingly high-profile field, we offer an exciting broad range of quality career paths to ambitious people.

Working in the International Tax business at

Our Strategy & Performance Transformation team works closely with c-suite and senior executives to identify and execute transformation opportunities that add and protect value for shareholders, employees and society. As the world continues to face unprecedented levels of change, we have experienced significant market demand for our core services. We are now accelerating our mission to create value, by turning ambitions into reality, through executing sustainable, fair and profitable business strategies, at pace.

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