FS Tax Director - Wealth & Asset Management

About the role

EY Tax is seeking a Director to join its FS Private Capital Tax team, based in London and Manchester. The role brings deep tax advisory expertise in asset management, including international fund structuring and UK corporate tax, and plays a key part in shaping market strategy, driving business growth and leading complex client engagements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex UK and international tax advisory engagements for major asset management and private capital clients
• Develop and execute growth strategies across the asset management and private capital market
• Build and maintain C-suite and senior stakeholder relationships as a trusted advisor on strategic tax matters
• Drive business development, including originating and converting new opportunities, developing strategic alliances and contributing to revenue growth
• Lead, inspire and develop high-performing teams
• Contribute to the strategic direction, operational leadership and talent agenda of the practice
• Represent EY externally through thought leadership, industry events and professional networks

Required profile

• Strong track record leading large-scale, complex tax advisory engagements for asset management clients, funds and private capital structures
• Significant experience as a senior trusted advisor to executive stakeholders and investment management leadership teams
• Demonstrated success in business origination and revenue generation
• Proven ability to identify market trends, shape client propositions and influence strategic decisions
• Strong leadership credentials, with a record of developing future leaders and building inclusive, high-performing teams
• ACA, CTA, law qualification, HMRC Tax Inspector (with full technical training) or equivalent
• Significant experience in a Big Four, accounting, legal or professional services environment

Required skills

• Deep technical expertise across UK and international tax issues affecting asset managers, funds and partnerships
• Experience advising on fund formation, acquisitions and disposals, restructurings, operating models, carried interest, co-investment and other management incentive arrangements
• Excellent communication, networking and relationship-building skills

What we offer

• Global exposure with international clients and teams
• Career progression and support and coaching from senior leaders
• Flexible working with two days in the office
• Competitive salary, benefits and EY perks