Senior Tax Manager

Job description

At KPMG, our values define who we are and the way we do business. As a leading professional services firm, we know that our strength and capability come from our people: their different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. From our inclusive leadership strategy, to our diversity and inclusion targets – we are making bold changes to who we are and what we do. Be part of it.

Overview

This exciting role is within our Midlands Corporate Tax Advisory & Compliance team, based in our Birmingham or Nottingham office. 

Our clients include UK headquartered businesses and inbound groups across a range of sectors. 

Our work in the tax advisory space includes supporting clients with business and fiscal change. This can include advising on new jurisdiction entry, the development of new business areas, business reorganisations, tax authority enquiries, pre/post transaction reorganisations, refinancing, cash repatriation, interest deductibility and the impact global fiscal change (e.g. BEPS Pillar 2).

We work as a hybrid team where we get together in the office or at client sites at least twice a week to collaborate and learn together, with flexibility over how you spend the rest of your time. 

The role

• Working closely with Partners and/or Directors on complex projects to deliver technically excellent advice and service
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and understanding their business in order to build your own external network and create opportunities to help with the provision of tax and other services
• Managing UK and cross border teams on advisory projects, liaising with specialists, overseas member firms and external advisers, critically analysing and challenging their input to deliver successful projects and expertise to our clients. Managing and delivering compliance services
• Managing aspects of the team’s operations and performance, including resourcing and coaching and developing junior team members
• Seeking out and pursuing opportunities with clients and targets and actively participating with Partners and Directors in business development activities
• Managing our engagement quality and risk processes and client financials
• Being a role model for KPMG’s values

The person

• Qualified CTA or ACA / CA or equivalent
• Ambitious and enthusiastic
• Strong UK corporation tax knowledge and awareness of other tax and accounting matters
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills, curious and a commercial approach to resolving issues and providing advice
• Excellent project management skills, including ability to work as part of a team and to show initiative to drive projects forward
• Brings insight and effectively applies knowledge to business and client problems
• Sound judgement, including the ability to identify and evaluate risk issues and know when to involve others
• Ability to multi-task and manage a range of clients, projects and relationships
• Strong motivation to develop and coach junior team members
• Dedication to continuously develop skills technical knowledge

Why KPMG?

At KPMG, our values define who we are and the way we do business. As a leading global professional services firm, KPMG empowers clients to navigate complex tax landscapes, drive sustainable growth, and make a tangible impact on the economy. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion isn't just a statement; it's embedded in our inclusive leadership strategy and reflected in our firm-wide targets, creating an environment where diverse perspectives drive innovative solutions. Be part of it.

KPMG is dedicated to the continuous professional development of its people. As a Senior Manager, you will have access to advanced technical training, leadership development programmes, and opportunities to gain specialist expertise in emerging tax areas like BEPS Pillar 2. We understand the importance of work-life integration and offer a flexible hybrid working model, promoting a healthy balance and empowering you to work effectively.

A Final Word From Us…

At KPMG, we believe in truly living our values, creating a culture where every individual can thrive and make a significant impact. We are immensely proud of our achievements, but this is just the beginning. We're seeking ambitious individuals to join us on our journey of continuous growth and transformation, offering unparalleled opportunities for you to define and achieve your career aspirations.

Should you choose to join us, you can expect a truly supportive and rewarding environment, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial well-being, lifestyle, and health:

Financial Well-being

• Competitive Salary: Reflecting your expertise and contribution.
• Performance-based Bonus Scheme: Directly linking your success to the firm's.
• Robust Pension Options: Planning for your future.
• Staff Discounts & Preferential Banking: Exclusive access to a range of financial benefits.
• Consider adding if highly relevant and a significant perk: Commuter benefits (e.g., Rail and Oyster Card reimbursement).

Work-Life Integration & Lifestyle

• Generous Annual Leave: 25 days holiday, with the option to buy up to an additional 10 days, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
• Flexible Working Options: Supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
• Competitive Family Leave Policies: Including enhanced maternity and paternity provisions.
• Volunteering Days: 6 days of paid work time each year to support causes you care about, making a difference in our communities.
• Flextra – Our Flexible Benefits Scheme: Personalise your benefits package with options such as travel insurance, critical illness cover, dental care, and discounted gym memberships to suit your individual and family needs.
• Consider adding if highly valued: Daily lunch allowance.

Health & Wellbeing

• Comprehensive Private Medical Insurance: Prioritising your health.
• Life Assurance: Four times your salary, with the flexibility to increase this.
• 24/7 Remote GP Access: Private medical consultations available anytime, anywhere via smartphone.
• Wellbeing Support Programmes: Including our BeWell employee assistance programme offering confidential information, advice, and counselling for life’s daily challenges.
• Personal Accident Insurance & Group Income Protection: Providing peace of mind and security.

No matter what unique strengths you bring, you’ll find yourself among a community of spirited, naturally curious people. Colleagues who are eager to collaborate, learn from your insights, and share their own knowledge, all working together to make a collective impact far greater than the sum of its parts.

If this specific role isn’t the right fit, but you’re inspired by what you see, we encourage you to stay connected. We frequently have new opportunities arising for talented professionals.

For more details about building a career at KPMG, visit: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk