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At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and applications that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients. AKQA Group, are looking for a talented Finance Director to join our team and quickly become pivotal in driving the business forward, understanding priorities and implementing change in support of these. Collaborating closely with all departments, your experiences will allow you to be a true partner to the senior leadership team, delivering financial solutions in support of our creative business. You will oversee all financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting and will be comfortable managing a team. There is a requirement to streamline and automate much of what the function currently produces so you must be comfortable in building and/or improving processes and systems in this regard. You will have the flexibility to work both within a larger Group (AKQA / WPP) and yet also can pivot into a small start-up, entrepreneurial led mindset. ROLE REQUIREMENTS Provide strategic leadership across all financial functions, including Financial Accounting, FP&A, and Commercial Finance. Partner cross-functionally with department heads and senior leadership to align financial strategy with business objectives and operational goals. Lead the development and execution of long-term financial planning to support growth and drive business performance. Deliver comprehensive financial oversight to Founding Partners and senior team, with clear, actionable insights that bridge commercial realities with creative ambitions. Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, tax compliance, and year-end processes across UK and US, including flash reports, balance sheet reviews, transfer pricing and statutory accounts. Ensure timely, accurate monthly, quarterly and annual close processes in compliance with WPP standards. Drive initiatives to optimise profitability, operational efficiency and financial performance, proactively improving reporting, KPIs and financial storytelling. Manage and optimise cash flow, working capital and supplier payments, while liaising with WPP, AKQA, auditors and tax teams. Ensure full compliance with SOX requirements and all relevant WPP financial policies and controls. Provide financial support for project delivery: approve budgets and costing sheets, track utilisation, and support creative excellence and investment reviews. Act as finance lead on new business lifecycle: from early conversations to contract negotiation and sign-off, including legal documentation (NDAs, partner agreements). Oversee and approve production agreements and supplier contracts to ensure financial and legal alignment. Lead procurement activities across UK and US markets, covering pricing, onboarding, sustainability policies, IT frameworks, and legal/operational queries. Oversee payroll master-file updates, freelance contracts, IR35 assessments and disbursements to ensure compliance. Collaborate with AKQA Group Finance to align on global initiatives, systems integration, accounting processes and development of high-performing finance talent. Build and develop a high-impact Finance team through regular feedback, performance management, and career development planning. QUALITIES & CHARACTERISTICS Chartered accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Academic background in accounting, finance, or a related field, with strong technical accounting knowledge. Strategic thinker with a commercially driven mindset and strong sense of financial ownership. Proven leadership ability, with experience managing, inspiring and developing high-performing teams. Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into meaningful business insights. Strong Excel skills and experience with financial systems; knowledge of Paprika or similar platforms is a plus. Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and deadlines. Open, collaborative and inclusive communication style. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing non-financial peers. Confident in making informed decisions under pressure and balancing multiple perspectives. Proactive, solutions-oriented and adaptable, with a continuous improvement mindset. Familiarity with WPP reporting practices, tools and financial controls is advantageous. Previous experience in an agency or creative business environment is preferred. Committed to innovation and process improvement, with a hands-on, entrepreneurial spirit. Fair and balanced approach to leadership, fostering trust and accountability across teams. Experience in managing change within an evolving business environment is advantageous You'll have a positive, can-do attitude and be a source of positive energy in the business, seeing opportunities, not barriers. We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. AKQA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

Resourcery Group have been retained by a leading, high growth, c.£150m t/o organisation, based in Merseyside, to recruit a Head of Tax. Reporting to the CFO and working as a key adviser to the wider C-suite, the Head of Tax will be responsible for proposing aggressive tax strategies aimed at reducing the Group's tax burden, maximising cost saving opportunities, and delivering real shareholder value. This is both a strategic tax leadership role and operationally-focused, hands-on position responsible for building a future Tax function. The business is very fast-paced and entrepreneurial affording the Head of Tax significant autonomy, accountability, and ownership. The Head of Tax needs will be a trusted adviser to the C-suite, possessing exceptional levels of EQ as well as technical know-how. Such a career opportunity is rare. The Head of Tax position offers: Autonomy - to shape and build a Tax function Transformation - the opportunity to deliver Group-wide change Growth - participate in future global growth initiatives Influence - a flat hierarchy gives wide cross-functional influence at a C-suite level Accountability - ownership and accountability for key strategic deliverables. The business is global and the tax focus reflects the multi-jurisdictional nature of the company. With around 50% of tax activity focused in North America, it is essential that the future Head of Tax possesses extensive North American tax knowledge and experience. This is a non-negotiable. Whilst the business relies on in-country external advisers and much of the filings are automated through third party systems, the Head of Tax will need to take a hands-on lead on all aspects of North American tax. Within the UK and Europe, the 'heavy lifting' is done by the central Finance team on the whole. The vision for the Tax function is for it to grow in line with the demands of a globally expanding organisation, front-running problems, implications and challenges, adding real shareholder value. The Head of Tax is responsible for the global Tax strategy overseeing projects such as 'hive outs', country restructuring, tariff mitigation, lowering dutiable rates, bonded facility set-up, transfer pricing, etc. In summary, the Head of Tax will: Develop and own the global tax strategy aligned with the company's growth ambitions, commercial priorities, and regulatory landscape Lead all aspects of direct and indirect taxation, including corporate income tax, VAT/sales tax, employment tax, and transfer pricing Oversee tax compliance and reporting across multiple jurisdictions (UK and US being the largest), ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and audit readiness Serve as a strategic advisor on tax implications of business decisions, including expansion, product lines, supply chain, and entity structuring Requirements: Qualified tax accountant (CTA) International tax experience (specifically North American) Keen to support on all direct and indirect taxes impacting the business Excellent communication skills at all levels - high levels of EQ Must take a hands on role Capable of working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, high growth, owner-managed business interacting at a shareholder level. Can't find the job you're looking for? Complete this short form & submit your CV then we will do the rest (Permitted file size is 5Mb and file types are: doc, docx, txt, pdf, rtf, xls)

time left to apply End Date: July 28, 2025 (12 days left to apply) job requisition id R-25673 Please Note: The deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the job posting end date. Job Title: Senior Tax Manager Location: Kingston Head Office Work-Level: 2C Unilever is one of the world's leading suppliers of Food, Home and Personal Care products with sales in over 190 countries and reaching 3.4 billion consumers a day. Unilever has more than 400 brands found in homes around the world, including Persil, CIF, Dove, Sure, Lynx, Knorr, Hellmann's, and Marmite, along with many new Prestige brands acquired over the past decade. Unilever's strategy begins with a purpose that places consumers at the heart of everything we do: Brighten Everyday Life For All. JOB PURPOSE The UK and Ireland Tax Senior Manager will support the Tax Director together with one other Senior manager and a manager on all activities related to corporation tax matters for Unilever's UK and Irish companies, including Unilever Plc. The role is a tax business partner role which involves building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders around the business with responsibility and accountability for a share of UK and Ireland compliance. Compliance work operates under an operating model whereby tax processes are performed across the local tax team, the tax data analysis support team in Bangalore and outsourced service providers (Big 4) combined. Much of the non-judgemental tax data analysis work is undertaken by the team in Bangalore, with the UK tax team overlaying the tax technical judgements, whilst also managing and reviewing the work conducted by the outsourced service providers. The role requires the ability to manage and deliver multiple workstreams across varying timelines, working within the UK and Ireland tax team. Some of these workstreams include quarterly tax reporting; overseeing tax compliance undertaken by outsource service providers; preparing or reviewing tax technical pieces of work outside the scope of the outsourced service provider; tax forecasting; compliance and liaison with HMRC on non-standard matters; interaction with international Unilever tax colleagues on international issues involving the UK. RESPONSIBILITIES Corporation tax business partnering Build and maintain relationships with cross functional stakeholders (finance teams, other internal tax teams, legal, company secretarial, third-party outsourcers etc); Lead and/or collaborate with finance and project teams on various tax and commercial projects, such as legal entity rationalisation, cross border restructuring, and post-acquisition integration of businesses; Support the Tax Director with the HMRC relationship and be involved both formal and informal enquiries as required; Assist on the resolution of ad hoc queries and day-to-day issues raised by the business and provide relevant, practical advice promptly; Stay updated on latest UK and global tax developments, share expertise with the UK and Ireland tax team, and as required with the Unilever global tax function; Support the Tax Director with UK tax inputs for various international projects; Conduct PE risk reviews and implement appropriate mitigation measures; Identify and as required lead projects to optimise Unilever ETR. Corporation tax compliance and reporting Preparation of Group quarterly tax provision calculations using Longview; Review local statutory accounts tax disclosures prepared by the outsourced provider; Oversee the preparation of the annual tax computations and returns by outsourced provider for multiple group companies; Lead the preparation of out-of-scope work feeding into the tax computations such as chargeable gains calculations and SSE analysis, deductibility of expenditure, RDEC and patent box calculations, and any necessary transfer pricing adjustments; Analyse the UK group's corporate interest restriction position and forecast future impact, including being involved in projects to manage this; Perform the CFC review with support of the outsourced provider; Oversee and validate the data collection for annual TP documentation local files and review report output prepared by third party outsourcer; Support the Tax Director with the SAO review and controls; Consider the UK group's WHT obligations and oversee the WHT and DTT administrative compliance. UK and Ireland Group Tax Data Manage the Group Payment Arrangement and calculate corporation tax payments on account. Monitor and update the tax payment database. Liaise with HMRC and ROS on company tax balances, repayments, reallocations and any ad hoc queries. Calculate and prepare journals for annual prior year adjustments, along with charges for payment of group relief. Perform quarterly ETR forecasting calculations and manage cash tax forecasts, as requested by various stakeholders in the business. Perform tax balance sheet reviews to ensure prior year adjustments, payments to HMRC and charges for group relief are reflected correctly in each entity's balance sheet. Key working relationships Internal Finance - based in Kingston, London and India Tax - Global Tax department and Tax Leadership Team UniOps (FOT) - based in India Company Secretarial - based in London and Spain Legal - based in Kingston and London Treasury - Global team External HMRC Competent Authorities ALL ABOUT YOU Skills/ Experience/ Qualifications: Required UK qualified accountant (ACA/CA or equivalent) 10+ years' experience in UK corporate tax either in a UK corporate tax department or UK firm of Big 4 consultancy Strategic thinking Analytical skills Strong tax accounting understanding (IFRS and FRS 101) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent time and project management skills, including a strong bias for action Experience with managing HMRC interactions Relationship building and stakeholder management skills NOTES Please apply via this portal as e-mail applications may not be processed and include your Future Fit Plan if possible. By applying for this vacancy, you are confirming that you have made your Line Manager aware of your application and that you are at a point in your career with Unilever where it is appropriate for you to be applying for other positions. Should you require additional information or reasonable adjustments to allow you to present your best self during this process, please contact your Talent Partner Chris Carr on What we offer Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all. Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to be present your best self. To find out more, including about our Employee Resource Groups, please click here Equity, Diversity & Inclusion () . Location In June 2020 we announced our plan to consolidate a number of Unilever's offices across the South East of England into a new Unilever campus in Kingston-upon-Thames in or around early 2025. However, on the 08 August 2024 we announced to our existing staff our proposal to retain our central Head Office in London, 100 Victoria Embankment ("100VE") until our lease expires in 2027. As a result of this new proposal, we will be consulting with our existing staff, and new joiners who join during this period of consultation at 100VE, on the proposal made in August 2024. During consultation we will clarify the future location of each team and function. This means your role will either be based in 100VE until 2027 or in Kingston-Upon-Thames from early 2025. As we are yet to commence consultation on the proposal you agree, until such a time when consultation has concluded, your normal place of work as set out in the enclosed Statement of Terms & Conditions will be 100VE. You agree that on the conclusion of the consultation your place of work will be 100VE or 100VE until early 2025 and then Kingston-upon-Thames ("the locations") and you will be notified of which of the locations will be your place of work after that consultation ends. Relocation to the UK Please be aware if you are applying for this role from outside the UK, if successful, your application will be treated as a self-initiated Change Location Outside of Country (CLOC) transfer. This means any relocation costs must be self-funded with the potential to reclaim some specific pre-approved expenses up to £5,000. Please speak to your Talent Partner if you have any questions. About Us Better Business. Better World. Better You. We've been pioneers, innovators and future-makers for over 120 years. Learn More

Role Title - Head of Commercial - Customer Salary - up to £108,000 Locations - One of the following as a primary location with hybrid working: Derby, Warrington OR Manchester We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Senior Commercial Manager - Customer, to be involved in an industry leading, cutting-edge project for a new type of power station. We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy. The role provides the unique opportunity to work in an exciting new nuclear age, helping to set up our business for success and working with strategic customers developing meaningful relationships with some of largest entities across the globe. The market potential for Rolls-Royce SMR across the globe is huge and to deliver our strategic priorities requires a strong relationship with customers, developers, technology providers and other third-parties in the customer space. The Customer Commercial Team is responsible for securing a first order, supporting future orders, and managing ongoing commercial requirements associated with our customer engagements. Key results & what can be achieved in the role Set up and establish commercial governance, engagement, and reporting in line with business strategy, requirements, and budget for the first major customer contract. Liaise with departmental Directorates on ensuring that the delivery readiness and support are in place at the point of contractual signature, becoming the subject matter expert on our customer contract(s) Establish policy, process, and governance, including developing and managing risk mitigation. Provide commercial leadership and management with direct reports and junior team members, fostering a collaborative team culture. Deputise for the Group Head of Commercial, independently leading complex internal and external business/commercial activities. Key selection criteria Contract drafting and negotiation Drafting, negotiating, executing and management of contracts (experience with customer NEC4 contracts would be advantageous but not imperative). Negotiate resolution of claims, disputes and litigation in order to minimize cost and risk to the Business. Define principles and draft/review complex, high value agreements associated with our first order. Negotiating terms directly and building positive long-term commercial relationship with our customer. Support the growth and maturing of our business, you will be working with complex nature or high value outcomes whilst assessing the risk to the business. Commercial Strategy & Pricing Key contributor responsible for ensuring commercial thinking into business strategies across the business functions relating to our first customer contract, considering supply chain and partnering flow down implications. This includes determining appropriate customer strategy and approach, alignment with a broader lens across the project team to mitigate commercial risk and maximise value for all. Development of the Commercial Function A priority activity is the development and maturity of the commercial function in a newly formed business including leading activities and improvements in relation to governance, processes, policies, training and the development of contract templates and guidance. We would also expect you to collaborate and share your expertise and experience with the broader customer team, supporting our collaborative team culture and the development of our newly formed function including leading wider business training and commercial awareness initiatives. This is in addition to line management responsibility for setting up a team of Lead/Commercial Managers/Officers and providing day to day leadership and guidance in resolving complex commercial/contractual issues Internal interface You will be interfacing with internal stakeholders, individual and departments within the Company at all levels for a variety of purposes. You ideally will have already gained experience in influencing challenging, decision making within a challenging and ambiguous environment. Presenting Information to stakeholders You will already have existing experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders (internal and external). We would also expect you to deputise for the Group Head of Commercial and represent the Commercial directorate internally and externally. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Role Title - Head of Commercial - Customer Salary - up to £108,000 Locations - One of the following as a primary location with hybrid working: Derby, Warrington OR Manchester We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Senior Commercial Manager - Customer, to be involved in an industry leading, cutting-edge project for a new type of power station. We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy. The role provides the unique opportunity to work in an exciting new nuclear age, helping to set up our business for success and working with strategic customers developing meaningful relationships with some of largest entities across the globe. The market potential for Rolls-Royce SMR across the globe is huge and to deliver our strategic priorities requires a strong relationship with customers, developers, technology providers and other third-parties in the customer space. The Customer Commercial Team is responsible for securing a first order, supporting future orders, and managing ongoing commercial requirements associated with our customer engagements. Key results & what can be achieved in the role Set up and establish commercial governance, engagement, and reporting in line with business strategy, requirements, and budget for the first major customer contract. Liaise with departmental Directorates on ensuring that the delivery readiness and support are in place at the point of contractual signature, becoming the subject matter expert on our customer contract(s) Establish policy, process, and governance, including developing and managing risk mitigation. Provide commercial leadership and management with direct reports and junior team members, fostering a collaborative team culture. Deputise for the Group Head of Commercial, independently leading complex internal and external business/commercial activities. Key selection criteria Contract drafting and negotiation Drafting, negotiating, executing and management of contracts (experience with customer NEC4 contracts would be advantageous but not imperative). Negotiate resolution of claims, disputes and litigation in order to minimize cost and risk to the Business. Define principles and draft/review complex, high value agreements associated with our first order. Negotiating terms directly and building positive long-term commercial relationship with our customer. Support the growth and maturing of our business, you will be working with complex nature or high value outcomes whilst assessing the risk to the business. Commercial Strategy & Pricing Key contributor responsible for ensuring commercial thinking into business strategies across the business functions relating to our first customer contract, considering supply chain and partnering flow down implications. This includes determining appropriate customer strategy and approach, alignment with a broader lens across the project team to mitigate commercial risk and maximise value for all. Development of the Commercial Function A priority activity is the development and maturity of the commercial function in a newly formed business including leading activities and improvements in relation to governance, processes, policies, training and the development of contract templates and guidance. We would also expect you to collaborate and share your expertise and experience with the broader customer team, supporting our collaborative team culture and the development of our newly formed function including leading wider business training and commercial awareness initiatives. This is in addition to line management responsibility for setting up a team of Lead/Commercial Managers/Officers and providing day to day leadership and guidance in resolving complex commercial/contractual issues Internal interface You will be interfacing with internal stakeholders, individual and departments within the Company at all levels for a variety of purposes. You ideally will have already gained experience in influencing challenging, decision making within a challenging and ambiguous environment. Presenting Information to stakeholders You will already have existing experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders (internal and external). We would also expect you to deputise for the Group Head of Commercial and represent the Commercial directorate internally and externally. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Role Title - Head of Commercial - Customer Salary - up to £108,000 Locations - One of the following as a primary location with hybrid working: Derby, Warrington OR Manchester We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Senior Commercial Manager - Customer, to be involved in an industry leading, cutting-edge project for a new type of power station. We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy. The role provides the unique opportunity to work in an exciting new nuclear age, helping to set up our business for success and working with strategic customers developing meaningful relationships with some of largest entities across the globe. The market potential for Rolls-Royce SMR across the globe is huge and to deliver our strategic priorities requires a strong relationship with customers, developers, technology providers and other third-parties in the customer space. The Customer Commercial Team is responsible for securing a first order, supporting future orders, and managing ongoing commercial requirements associated with our customer engagements. Key results & what can be achieved in the role Set up and establish commercial governance, engagement, and reporting in line with business strategy, requirements, and budget for the first major customer contract. Liaise with departmental Directorates on ensuring that the delivery readiness and support are in place at the point of contractual signature, becoming the subject matter expert on our customer contract(s) Establish policy, process, and governance, including developing and managing risk mitigation. Provide commercial leadership and management with direct reports and junior team members, fostering a collaborative team culture. Deputise for the Group Head of Commercial, independently leading complex internal and external business/commercial activities. Key selection criteria Contract drafting and negotiation Drafting, negotiating, executing and management of contracts (experience with customer NEC4 contracts would be advantageous but not imperative). Negotiate resolution of claims, disputes and litigation in order to minimize cost and risk to the Business. Define principles and draft/review complex, high value agreements associated with our first order. Negotiating terms directly and building positive long-term commercial relationship with our customer. Support the growth and maturing of our business, you will be working with complex nature or high value outcomes whilst assessing the risk to the business. Commercial Strategy & Pricing Key contributor responsible for ensuring commercial thinking into business strategies across the business functions relating to our first customer contract, considering supply chain and partnering flow down implications. This includes determining appropriate customer strategy and approach, alignment with a broader lens across the project team to mitigate commercial risk and maximise value for all. Development of the Commercial Function A priority activity is the development and maturity of the commercial function in a newly formed business including leading activities and improvements in relation to governance, processes, policies, training and the development of contract templates and guidance. We would also expect you to collaborate and share your expertise and experience with the broader customer team, supporting our collaborative team culture and the development of our newly formed function including leading wider business training and commercial awareness initiatives. This is in addition to line management responsibility for setting up a team of Lead/Commercial Managers/Officers and providing day to day leadership and guidance in resolving complex commercial/contractual issues Internal interface You will be interfacing with internal stakeholders, individual and departments within the Company at all levels for a variety of purposes. You ideally will have already gained experience in influencing challenging, decision making within a challenging and ambiguous environment. Presenting Information to stakeholders You will already have existing experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders (internal and external). We would also expect you to deputise for the Group Head of Commercial and represent the Commercial directorate internally and externally. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Role Title - Senior Lead Commercial Manager - Customer Salary - £68,000 - £89,000 Locations - One of the following as a primary location with hybrid working: Derby, Warrington OR Manchester We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Senior Commercial Manager - Customer, to be involved in an industry leading, cutting-edge project for a new type of power station. We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy. The role provides the unique opportunity to work in an exciting new nuclear age, helping to set up our business for success and working with strategic customers developing meaningful relationships with some of largest entities across the globe. The market potential for Rolls-Royce SMR across the globe is huge and to deliver our strategic priorities requires a strong relationship with customers, developers, technology providers and other third-parties in the customer space. The Customer Commercial Team is responsible for securing a first order, supporting future orders, and managing ongoing commercial requirements associated with our customer engagements. Key results & what can be achieved in the role Set up and establish commercial governance, engagement, and reporting in line with business strategy, requirements, and budget for the first major customer contract. Liaise with departmental Directorates on ensuring that the delivery readiness and support are in place at the point of contractual signature, becoming the subject matter expert on our customer contract(s) Establish policy, process, and governance, including developing and managing risk mitigation. Provide commercial leadership and management with direct reports and junior team members, fostering a collaborative team culture. Deputise for the Group Head of Commercial, independently leading complex internal and external business/commercial activities. Key selection criteria Contract drafting and negotiation Drafting, negotiating, executing and management of contracts (experience with customer NEC4 contracts would be advantageous but not imperative). Negotiate resolution of claims, disputes and litigation in order to minimize cost and risk to the Business. Define principles and draft/review complex, high value agreements associated with our first order. Negotiating terms directly and building positive long-term commercial relationship with our customer. Support the growth and maturing of our business, you will be working with complex nature or high value outcomes whilst assessing the risk to the business. Commercial Strategy & Pricing Key contributor responsible for ensuring commercial thinking into business strategies across the business functions relating to our first customer contract, considering supply chain and partnering flow down implications. This includes determining appropriate customer strategy and approach, alignment with a broader lens across the project team to mitigate commercial risk and maximise value for all. Development of the Commercial Function A priority activity is the development and maturity of the commercial function in a newly formed business including leading activities and improvements in relation to governance, processes, policies, training and the development of contract templates and guidance. We would also expect you to collaborate and share your expertise and experience with the broader customer team, supporting our collaborative team culture and the development of our newly formed function including leading wider business training and commercial awareness initiatives. This is in addition to line management responsibility for setting up a team of Lead/Commercial Managers/Officers and providing day to day leadership and guidance in resolving complex commercial/contractual issues Internal interface You will be interfacing with internal stakeholders, individual and departments within the Company at all levels for a variety of purposes. You ideally will have already gained experience in influencing challenging, decision making within a challenging and ambiguous environment. Presenting Information to stakeholders You will already have existing experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders (internal and external). We would also expect you to deputise for the Group Head of Commercial and represent the Commercial directorate internally and externally. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Role Title - Senior Lead Commercial Manager - Customer Salary - £68,000 - £89,000 Locations - One of the following as a primary location with hybrid working: Derby, Warrington OR Manchester We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Senior Commercial Manager - Customer, to be involved in an industry leading, cutting-edge project for a new type of power station. We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy. The role provides the unique opportunity to work in an exciting new nuclear age, helping to set up our business for success and working with strategic customers developing meaningful relationships with some of largest entities across the globe. The market potential for Rolls-Royce SMR across the globe is huge and to deliver our strategic priorities requires a strong relationship with customers, developers, technology providers and other third-parties in the customer space. The Customer Commercial Team is responsible for securing a first order, supporting future orders, and managing ongoing commercial requirements associated with our customer engagements. Key results & what can be achieved in the role Set up and establish commercial governance, engagement, and reporting in line with business strategy, requirements, and budget for the first major customer contract. Liaise with departmental Directorates on ensuring that the delivery readiness and support are in place at the point of contractual signature, becoming the subject matter expert on our customer contract(s) Establish policy, process, and governance, including developing and managing risk mitigation. Provide commercial leadership and management with direct reports and junior team members, fostering a collaborative team culture. Deputise for the Group Head of Commercial, independently leading complex internal and external business/commercial activities. Key selection criteria Contract drafting and negotiation Drafting, negotiating, executing and management of contracts (experience with customer NEC4 contracts would be advantageous but not imperative). Negotiate resolution of claims, disputes and litigation in order to minimize cost and risk to the Business. Define principles and draft/review complex, high value agreements associated with our first order. Negotiating terms directly and building positive long-term commercial relationship with our customer. Support the growth and maturing of our business, you will be working with complex nature or high value outcomes whilst assessing the risk to the business. Commercial Strategy & Pricing Key contributor responsible for ensuring commercial thinking into business strategies across the business functions relating to our first customer contract, considering supply chain and partnering flow down implications. This includes determining appropriate customer strategy and approach, alignment with a broader lens across the project team to mitigate commercial risk and maximise value for all. Development of the Commercial Function A priority activity is the development and maturity of the commercial function in a newly formed business including leading activities and improvements in relation to governance, processes, policies, training and the development of contract templates and guidance. We would also expect you to collaborate and share your expertise and experience with the broader customer team, supporting our collaborative team culture and the development of our newly formed function including leading wider business training and commercial awareness initiatives. This is in addition to line management responsibility for setting up a team of Lead/Commercial Managers/Officers and providing day to day leadership and guidance in resolving complex commercial/contractual issues Internal interface You will be interfacing with internal stakeholders, individual and departments within the Company at all levels for a variety of purposes. You ideally will have already gained experience in influencing challenging, decision making within a challenging and ambiguous environment. Presenting Information to stakeholders You will already have existing experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders (internal and external). We would also expect you to deputise for the Group Head of Commercial and represent the Commercial directorate internally and externally. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Role Title - Senior Lead Commercial Manager - Customer Salary - £68,000 - £89,000 Locations - One of the following as a primary location with hybrid working: Derby, Warrington OR Manchester We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Senior Commercial Manager - Customer, to be involved in an industry leading, cutting-edge project for a new type of power station. We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy. The role provides the unique opportunity to work in an exciting new nuclear age, helping to set up our business for success and working with strategic customers developing meaningful relationships with some of largest entities across the globe. The market potential for Rolls-Royce SMR across the globe is huge and to deliver our strategic priorities requires a strong relationship with customers, developers, technology providers and other third-parties in the customer space. The Customer Commercial Team is responsible for securing a first order, supporting future orders, and managing ongoing commercial requirements associated with our customer engagements. Key results & what can be achieved in the role Set up and establish commercial governance, engagement, and reporting in line with business strategy, requirements, and budget for the first major customer contract. Liaise with departmental Directorates on ensuring that the delivery readiness and support are in place at the point of contractual signature, becoming the subject matter expert on our customer contract(s) Establish policy, process, and governance, including developing and managing risk mitigation. Provide commercial leadership and management with direct reports and junior team members, fostering a collaborative team culture. Deputise for the Group Head of Commercial, independently leading complex internal and external business/commercial activities. Key selection criteria Contract drafting and negotiation Drafting, negotiating, executing and management of contracts (experience with customer NEC4 contracts would be advantageous but not imperative). Negotiate resolution of claims, disputes and litigation in order to minimize cost and risk to the Business. Define principles and draft/review complex, high value agreements associated with our first order. Negotiating terms directly and building positive long-term commercial relationship with our customer. Support the growth and maturing of our business, you will be working with complex nature or high value outcomes whilst assessing the risk to the business. Commercial Strategy & Pricing Key contributor responsible for ensuring commercial thinking into business strategies across the business functions relating to our first customer contract, considering supply chain and partnering flow down implications. This includes determining appropriate customer strategy and approach, alignment with a broader lens across the project team to mitigate commercial risk and maximise value for all. Development of the Commercial Function A priority activity is the development and maturity of the commercial function in a newly formed business including leading activities and improvements in relation to governance, processes, policies, training and the development of contract templates and guidance. We would also expect you to collaborate and share your expertise and experience with the broader customer team, supporting our collaborative team culture and the development of our newly formed function including leading wider business training and commercial awareness initiatives. This is in addition to line management responsibility for setting up a team of Lead/Commercial Managers/Officers and providing day to day leadership and guidance in resolving complex commercial/contractual issues Internal interface You will be interfacing with internal stakeholders, individual and departments within the Company at all levels for a variety of purposes. You ideally will have already gained experience in influencing challenging, decision making within a challenging and ambiguous environment. Presenting Information to stakeholders You will already have existing experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders (internal and external). We would also expect you to deputise for the Group Head of Commercial and represent the Commercial directorate internally and externally. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

About CFGI: Corporate Finance Group, Inc. ("CFGI") was founded in 2000 by former Big 4 professionals. CFGI is an established industry leader with the resources to successfully navigate today's complex accounting, reporting, compliance and tax landscape. An assemblage of top-flight professionals with in-depth public accounting expertise, CFGI can fulfill a variety of client needs without the restrictions of auditor independence. With a foundation of knowledge amassed while serving a variety of industries, CFGI can guide companies through a wide range of routine and complex business scenarios. The resulting partnership is an innovative resource with the power to address our clients' most crucial accounting, finance and operational challenges. We provide our clients with a unique combination of integrity, flexibility, creative solutions, and deep tax technical expertise. Many of our clients are global, market leading, publicly held companies, while others are privately held, early stage, or venture-backed emerging businesses. Here at CFGI, we place a high value on a culture of continued learning, where teamwork is encouraged, and professional excellence is rewarded. Overview of role: CFGI seeks a highly motivated tax managing director to lead its UK tax reporting, compliance and governance offering. This position reports directly to the UK Partner-in-Charge of Tax and will require the successful candidate to undertake the following principal activities as part of their role: 1. Client service delivery - tax reporting, governance, and compliance a) Tax reporting: You will be responsible for leading the delivery of UK tax reporting services to our diverse client base, which includes the following: UK publicly listed companies. US headquartered multinationals (including US listed groups). UK privately owned and private equity backed groups. The exact scope of tax reporting work for our clients will vary but is likely to include the following: Preparation of UK entity only tax numbers in accordance with IFRS or UK GAAP. Preparation of UK group tax numbers, likely to involve the incorporation of tax numbers for non-UK subsidiaries, GAAP-to GAAP adjustments (e.g. US GAAP to IFRS) and consolidation adjustments. Advising on client's tax reporting processes. Advising on the tax aspects of GAAP conversion projects. Advising on the tax reporting (and other) aspects of IPO readiness. b) UK corporation tax compliance: You will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and submission of UK corporation tax returns for our clients. In collaboration with the UK Tax Partner, you will assist with the design and implementation of a UK corporation tax compliance service offering, that is high quality, efficient and cost effective for our clients, and optimizes the involvement of junior team members to manage the provision of these services and lead the day-to-day relationships with our clients. c) Tax governance You will be responsible for leading our tax governance proposition, advising clients on tax strategy, risk management and controls. 2. Business development As a Managing Director, you will be expected to undertake business development activity to help grow the UK tax practice and the CFGI brand in the UK. Business development activities will include: Origination of tax opportunities on new and existing clients, drafting of proposals and involvement in the sales process (e.g. meetings, pitches, etc.). Teaming with partners and managing directors from other CFGI UK and US service areas (e.g. accounting advisory, business transformation) to identify and propose tax opportunities. Teaming with the CFGI US tax team to support with and identify UK tax opportunities on US clients. Identifying additional revenue streams with our clients. 3. Practice management and development In collaboration with the UK Tax Partner, you will be responsible for building and developing the UK tax practice. Your involvement and input will be required with the following: Recruiting new members of the tax team. Establishing career progression frameworks for the team and be involved in coaching and mentoring. Organising and leading tax technical training and development. As a managing director, you will also be expected to make a positive contribution to the activities of the wider CFGI UK practice. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge: Significant experience of UK tax reporting processes. Detailed knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP; high level understanding of US GAAP desired. Significant experience of the UK tax return preparation process, and good technical understanding with common tax adjusting items such as interest deductibility, hybrid mismatches, loss utilization etc. Experience of responding to and managing HMRC tax enquiries. A good understanding / knowledge of cross-border tax matters would be highly desirable, e.g. transfer pricing, Pillar 2, country by country reporting etc. Skills: Strong track record of business development activity, in particular winning and expanding tax engagements with clients. Experienced with using Microsoft Excel and tax software packages. Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and appropriately respond to questions from clients and team members. Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and work under deadlines. Excellent analytical, supervisory, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills are necessary. Demonstrated ability to be accountable for independently completing assignments. Capable of collaborating and communicating with people of different technical backgrounds and roles. Analytical ability to navigate work-related situations with practicality, sound reasoning, and demonstrating creativity in problem solving. Leadership skills that display good judgment and certainty in decision making, taking initiative with job-related demands, demonstrating innovative thinking and sound planning with business practices, managing individual performance toward shared organizational goals, and thinking strategically to set and accomplish goals. Other key characteristics: the ideal candidate must demonstrate integrity and accountability, always remaining flexible, adaptable, and willing to accept coaching, building, and managing professionally healthy relationships, and continually developing awareness of business-related topics. As CFGI UK is newly established, it is very important that the successful candidate is willing to roll up their sleeves and get heavily involved in the delivery of client work in the early days, until more junior members of the tax team are recruited. Qualifications: Ten plus years of corporate tax experience with some of this time ideally spent in the Big 4. Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA) required; additional tax qualification (e.g. CTA) strongly desired.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? We are hiring for the Head of Sales and Business Development located in the Eastern United States What you will do for Russelectric, A Siemens Company: As Director of Sales and Business Development with the world's most respected manufacturer of automatic transfer switches and power control systems, you will lead Russelectric's sales efforts throughout North America. This Executive Leadership position is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to support profitable growth and market share gain through channel management and strategic accounts. This position will drive commercial sales through Independent Manufacturer's Representatives and direct sales representation, as well as developing synergies with broader Siemens sales organizations. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to help a great sales and manufacturing organization become even better! Your expertise will help this manufacturing organization improve their ability to make the world a safer and more reliable place: think hospitals, data centers, utilities, mass transportation, and other aspects of life as we know it that need reliable power systems. In addition, you will support the application of our products into dynamic microgrid networks for greater sustainability. You will be part of providing solutions to the world's growing need for dependable critical infrastructure. Responsibilities Lead and develop long range sales plans to support overall business objectives. Lead, and empower Russelectric's Regional Sales Managers and the Independent Manufacturer's Representatives (Sales Agents) to promote brand/spec preference and increase market share. Drive sales teams' collaboration efforts with expanded Siemens teams of Vertical Markets, Business Development, and Construction Sales. Develop and supervise sales targets for the representatives' organizations, ensuring that the overall sales and business development goals of the segment are met. Implement all customer-facing business strategies for the organization's products and services which include Paralleling Switchgear, Automatic Transfer Switches, and Aftermarket modifications of existing installations. Lead sales business excellence process to standardize sales approach, optimize cost of sales, establish key sales performance goals, and drive digitalization. Lead Quarterly Business Reviews with sales teams to monitor market conditions, competitive landscape, and regional performance to align with expected objectives. Drive the execution of operating policies to support overall company objectives. This includes contract reviews associated with purchase orders. Lead product and pricing strategies (collaborating with product line management), go-to-market strategies and production prioritization (working closely with order management and operations). Implement and lead daily/weekly/monthly performance metrics/scorecards with both the sales staff as well as the third-party rep organization. Ensure all work and activity align with legal methods, general duty care, and management. Lead regularly scheduled communication to the reps, which include topics such as new product launches, pricing changes, commission schedules, operational updates, and overall state of the business. You will win us over by having the following qualifications: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; Ability to travel 30-40% Results-based sales management leadership required in the electrical equipment market environment, with a successful track record of leading and growing operations to deliver growth and profitability Experience required in one or more of these industries: commercial construction involving HV/MV/LV electrical power equipment (panel boards, transformers, switchgear, etc.), mission critical, auxiliary generation, or related engineering and field services Experience in financial reporting and consolidation, technical accounting, and process improvement required; demonstrated ability to perform these functions independently, effectively, and with attention to detail Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in English, with proven ability to communicate and collaborate with all levels of the organization while leading, influencing, and motivating Strong functional and technical knowledge, including a proven understanding of common business practices as related to sales budgeting, and Customer Relationship Management (quoting, orders) Tenacity and energy in leading change toward an effective work environment Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization Preferred Qualifications BSEE and MBA preferred Experience working with outside sales representative/agent organizations preferred You'll benefit from: Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: The pay range for this position is $190k-$240K with 30% Sales Incentive. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and premium geographic location. Create a better About Siemens: We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Siemens Corporation is a U.S. subsidiary of Siemens AG, a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to cleaner and more comfortable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, the company creates technology with purpose adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for billions of people. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a globally leading medical technology provider shaping the future of healthcare. In fiscal 2023, which ended on September 30, 2023, the Siemens Group USA generated revenue of $19.9 billion and employs approximately 45,000 people serving customers in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us. Learn more about our commitment to DEI here . Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core.

ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, development and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing, logistics, and life sciences sectors. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $315 billion of real estate in 250 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, manages more than 1,000,000 units/beds globally, and has a robust institutional investment management platform comprised of more than $78 billion of assets under management, including over $36 billion of development assets. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit . JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Role Summary: Greystar continues to experience significant international growth and expansion within the UK & Europe and this role will be to support that growth. Reporting directly to the UK & EU Tax Senior Director, and working with the UK & EU Tax Managing Director, the role will encompass but not be limited to the following areas; Corporate Taxes, Non-Resident Landlord Taxes, VAT, Stamp Duty, CIS and, as Greystar is experiencing significant international growth, other International Taxes as appropriate, meaning the candidate will require a flexible approach. JOB DESCRIPTION Key Role Responsibilities Leading the transition of tax management at deal close into operational and subsequent exit phases, with primary responsibility for portfolio tax matters to drive value, consider tax changes that impact the business and navigate complexity and risk. Working with the Greystar Finance teams and external tax compliance providers to monitor and co-ordinate tax compliance engagements across relevant UK and European jurisdictions. Building up relationships and liaising with investors as necessary to manage tax obligations under our joint venture arrangements. Managing the wider tax aspects of our Fund series and separate accounts. Managing the tax input for disposals, re-organisations, financings and refinancings. Preparing annual corporate tax forecasts for entities under management across relevant UK and European jurisdictions. Giving consideration and support to the business (including the US) on global tax reform matters such as ATAD 2, Pillar 2 etc. Ensuring appropriate transfer pricing documentation is prepared and on file. Having oversight of FATCA and CRS obligations and engagements with local administrators. Compiling and monitoring annual tax compliance budgets. Completing various financial, accounting, narrative, administrative and other reports and analysis and duties as assigned or necessary for the successful execution of the business plans. Working with the wider business to adopt new Tax technologies to improve accuracy and drive efficiencies within the Tax function. Keeping up to date with changes with Tax legislation across our jurisdictions in the UK and Europe and project managing any action that needs to be taken to assess the financial impact of any changes and ensure the changes are implemented. Other project work that may from time to time be required. Additional Role Responsibilities Partnering with the Investment & Development Teams to help them make appropriate assumptions to price taxes when bidding on acquisitions. Working with third party tax advisors to scope out and seek a quote for the appropriate level of advice on acquisitions, including US tax advice, with a view to providing & documenting tax assumptions for the detailed underwriting model. Ensuring that the Investment & Development Teams have covered all material tax items and preparing the internal documentation to enable Tax sign-off. Ensuring successful implementation of third party advice on acquisitions which will involve liaising with several internal & external teams. Controlling third party tax advisor costs during the deal process and communicating the status to the UK & EU Tax Managing Director, and Investment and Development team budget holders. Role Scope: The role will be based in London and may require some travel to the Greystar European foreign offices. Currently Greystar has European corporate offices in The Hague, Madrid, Frankfurt, Paris and Dublin with the US tax team based in Charleston. The role will co-ordinate and manage external tax partners, statutory and supplier relationships and delivery. Key Relationships: The role will report to the Senior Director, Tax, UK & Europe and involve working with the Managing Director, Tax, UK & Europe. The role will work closely with US, UK & European senior management team members and have significant frequent interaction with Greystar corporate functions such as Finance, Legal, Company Secretarial, Compliance and the Investment, Development, Portfolio Management and Asset Management teams. Regular interaction will be required with current and prospective Investment partners. External auditors and tax advisors. Knowledge & Qualifications: Professionally qualified CTA/ACCA/ACA with the relevant tax specialisms, previous experience in the Real Estate industry would be preferable. IT literate and fully conversant with all Microsoft packages including Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Experience & Skills: Essential: Experience must be commensurate with the role level and knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements that should have been gained through training and working in a global professional services environment. Must demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with the commercial issues in the business and the impact of tax issues thereon and a willingness to learn about the commercial and tax issues affecting the residential real estate market. Able to work effectively to objectives with the personal sensitivity to be able to understand the needs of clients and offer clear authoritative answers in a timely manner. Should be able to build, create and sustain value-add relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally. Strong written & verbal communication skills including the ability to prepare commercial standard business correspondence, reports, documents as well as to present to diverse small or large audiences. Ability to critically review data and investigate and explain unexpected outcomes. Excellent organisation skills, including the ability to prioritise workload, achieve deadline driven defined outcomes and displays good judgment under pressure. A positive team player, skilled at working collaboratively with team members, key business leaders, and external partners to drive results and support the wider team and business objectives. Should be able to evidence an ability to adapt style to engage, support and coach colleagues. Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment, characterised by change and rapid growth. Desirable: You are likely to be an experienced Assistant Manager or newly promoted Tax Manager level at a Big 4 firm, or have experience working in an in-house tax team in a private equity or real estate business. Experience of working on UK, German, Dutch, French, Irish & Spanish PRS projects would be an advantage.

Location: Haywards Heath, Home Office (Remote) or Manchester Salary: From £100,000 depending on experience Department: Commercial We're First Central Insurance & Technology Group (First Central for short), an innovative, market-leading insurance company. We protect the things customers love so they can get on with what matters to them in life. Data drives us. It fuels our outstanding distribution, finance, technology and legal services. Our underwriting skills are built on data expertise; it creates the insights we need to give the right cover to the right customers at the right price. But, it's the people inside and outside our business that power us. They make us stand out, help us succeed. We're ambitious. We're growing. We've won awards. Are you an experienced leader with a strong background in team management and a deep understanding of price optimisation? We are seeking a dynamic individual with proven expertise in the personal lines industry and a keen commercial awareness to join our team. If you have a track record of success as a Head of department or team leader and are proficient in using Radar for price optimisation, we want to hear from you! We're looking for a Head of Retail Pricing to join our Commercial & Marketing team either working remotely or based in our Salford Quays, Manchester or Haywards Heath, West Sussex offices. This is a 12 month fixed term contract position and has potential to extend or become permanent, but we cannot guarantee at this point. In this role you'll lead the development/advancement Retail Pricing function, making First Central best in class by ensuring delivery of targets and managing the assessment. We are passionate about continuous improvement, so you'll provide thought leadership and people management to enable the development and execution of the group's retail pricing function, supporting the delivery of the group's sales and profit targets. This role is Certified in line with the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). Core skills we're looking for to succeed in the role: Previous Head of / team management experience Understanding of price optimisation and use of Radar Experience within the personal lines industry What's involved: Lead the development and iteration of the Retail Pricing strategy Optimise First Central's trading position, ensuring delivery to targets and embedding a philosophy of continuous improvement Responsible for the development and management of new pricing strategies in line with business requirements Ensure First Central is at the forefront of advancement in the Insurance market Create an innovative approach which drives the business forward by introducing new analytical methods, making use of new data sources and producing reporting suites to track performance Support the broader business and commercial and marketing programmes through thought leadership into organisational programmes of work Provide input and advice into company analysis strategy and the effective implementation of that strategy to meet company requirements Maintain an ethically sound workplace culture of inclusivity, openness, ownership, collaboration, ambition, innovation, agility, and respect Responsibility for maintaining department risk registers (as applicable), providing evidence and commentary for controls, updates for Mitigation Actions and maintaining control matrices and attestations. Also, to ensure that your employees are aware of their responsibility to identify and report risk. Lead, motivate and develop the Retail Pricing Teams, and define the framework for the team's goals and objectives. Build a strong network of close relationships across the business. Anticipate stakeholder needs & proactively manage key relationships internally & externally. Lead, influence, motivate and co-ordinate people to deliver enhancements through a multi-disciplined, agile approach. Represent the Retail Pricing Director in meetings as and when required Comply with the requirements, and act in accordance with, the Group Code of Conduct and Fitness and Propriety policies at all times Ensure compliance with Company Policies, Values and guidelines and other relevant standards/ regulations at all times, including compliance with the Senior Managers Certification Regime (SMCR) Conduct Rules Complete all mandatory training Travel to group locations on an ad hoc basis (currently Manchester, Gibraltar and Guernsey) Any other reasonable duties as required Qualifications: Minimum 2:1 in a numerical undergraduate discipline Experience: Extensive experience of personal lines insurance pricing or similar Strong experience managing a team and project leadership Experience developing and executing a best in market pricing vision Proven ability to produce outstanding results based on own initiative Strong background in statistical methods Experience of SAS, Emblem, Radar, Excel and advanced statistical techniques Skills: People and project management skills Ability to drive continued Capability development of a team Ability to lead and proactively support a team including strong oversight and influencing skills Innovative and decisive mind-set - with the ability to react quickly to problems and find effective solutions. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with experience dealing with senior stakeholders Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to adopt a logical approach to solving problems Excellent data and statistical analysis skills Strong IT skills (including Excel, Emblem, Radar and programming skills) Knowledge: Strong knowledge of motor insurance products and the motor insurance industry Solid understanding of the business objectives and operations Broad knowledge of statistical methods and techniques Advanced analytical and quantitative capabilities; programming and data modelling skills Behaviours: Forward thinking - aware of the longer-term implications and keep the big picture in mind, and identify actions to meet future challenges Commercially focused and excellent communicator Capable of quickly identifying emerging issues and having the ability to ensure the team gains insights and acts Consistently high performing over time across multiple leadership scenarios and demonstrate resilience, energy and flexibility to achieve the team goals Advanced analytical and quantitative capabilities; programming and data modelling skills Commercially focused and excellent communicator Able to transfer skills and knowledge to others An organised and proactive approach Strives to drive business improvements to contribute to the success of the business Are you the person we're looking for? If so, we look forward to hearing from you. Apply today! People first. Always. We're passionate about our colleagues and know the best people deserve an extraordinary working environment. We owe it to them so that's what we offer. Our workplaces are energetic, inspirational, supportive.

Transactions Tax - Associate Director Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton. Job Description: Our Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) Tax team is structured in a unique way - we are focused on providing the full spectrum of tax services to private equity, across funds, deals and portfolio companies on a wide scope of transactional work both domestically and internationally. We are leading advisers to mid-market private equity firms and large acquisitive corporates with deal values of anywhere from a few million to over a billion. We support our clients throughout the entire deal lifecycle from the initial proposal stage and assisting with offer terms, undertaking due diligence and advice on the acquisition structure through to completion and post-deal advice. We work with businesses across a huge range of sectors - from technology and gaming, through to care homes, art galleries, travel and retail. This is a fast-moving and exciting environment. It is technically led but with a keen eye on service and so this role will involve technical tax application, extensive interaction with clients and great interpersonal and organisational skills. TAS Tax are a small, tight-knit team, and have experienced exceptional growth year on year. We have a strong pipeline and as part of a growing team, you will have significant opportunities to take on responsibility and develop as the team grows. We are looking for bright and enthusiastic individuals who are looking to step up into a Manager role and are interested in a career in M&A tax. We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares and, whilst the hours in a project-based environment can be varied and, at times, quite intense, we'll support you to balance your work, study and life. A look into the role As Associate Director in the TAS Tax team, you will provide tax structuring advice and will undertake tax due diligence on both buy-side and sell-side transactions for private equity and corporate clients. You may also have the opportunity to work on public company transactions, primarily on AIM and the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange. If you enjoy working on a variety of projects and sectors, you'll fit right in. Here are some things you can expect from a role in TAS Tax: You will be leading discussions with and presenting findings to clients and legal advisers as well as managing the relationship with the target's management team. You will take a lead in working alongside FDD and SPA Advisory teams as a Transaction Advisory Services professional to ensure that your work goes hand in hand with theirs. You will be responsible for leading due diligence meetings with the target business, overseeing the due diligence analysis and reviewing reports to ensure they have been accurately and robustly prepared ahead of final review by the partner/director. You will prepare and review structuring reports based on the proposed acquisition structure, considering the key tax implications in line with the commercial requirements of the transaction. You will be involved in all other aspects of the transaction, including reviewing forecast models, funds flows and considering legal documentation with the support of an exceptional team. Collaborating with other stakeholders is vital in a TAS Tax role, and you will be encouraged to establish a strong internal network to drive opportunities across TAS, Corporate Finance and GT's international member firms. You'll be working closely with external key contacts within private equity funds, corporate clients, law firms and intermediaries to drive business development across the team. You will be involved in business development, researching and preparing proposals to win new work and taking part in presentations to prospective clients. You will manage project budgets, ensuring bills are raised accurately and promptly, fees are collected in a timely manner and debtors kept to a minimum. You will demonstrate an ability to produce a well-supported piece of technical research using legislation, guidance issued by tax authorities and/or the firm's technical resources. You will be responsible for ongoing training and development of your team. Knowing you're right for us The ideal candidate will be a qualified chartered accountant or tax adviser (ACA, CA CTA, ADIT or equivalent as a minimum criteria) and have a good grounding in UK tax practices. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way: UK corporation tax compliance and/or M&A experience Exposure to other tax issues - transfer pricing, R&D, VAT, employment taxes, stamp duty, share transactions/share option schemes Proven experience in client handling and project management, building and sustaining relationships Experience of advising on technical tax matters is essential Demonstrable experience of managing multiple deliverables, showing prioritisation skills and meeting deadlines within an expected timeframe Strong Excel and Power Point skills to prepare client and target documentation. Knowing we're right for you Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. Beyond the job Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm's values - purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what's right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It's how it should be.