BKL Job Description

Job Title: Tax Transactions Manager
Location: EC4M & Remote Working
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 35-hour week (Flexitime)
Reporting To: Tax Director

Salary Range: £68,000 to £78,000

About BKL

BKL is a Top 40 accountancy and advisory business supporting a diverse client base, from entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals to ambitious owner-managed businesses and multinational groups. With a legacy spanning over 130 years, we’ve evolved into a modern, purpose-driven business that balances profit with impact. We are proud to be a certified B Corp, reflecting our commitment to sustainability, transparency, and responsible governance. As a member of DFK International, we support clients locally and internationally with cutting-edge expertise and a personal touch. We believe all clients deserve the same level of care, innovation, and excellence.

About the Team

You’ll be joining our Tax Transaction team, a group of 7 within that team, in a department of 106.

The team works closely with 4 Partners and 2 Directors supporting them with bespoke tax advisory projects across a range of different tax areas including corporation tax, private client tax and other taxes which may be incidental to a piece of advice. The team mainly advises large owner-managed business, high net worth individuals and high growth businesses.

We pride ourselves on being collaborative, commercially focused, and technically minded and offer exposure to diverse client base, interesting problem-solving opportunities, progression routes, cross-team projects.

A Message from the Hiring Manager

I’m really excited to welcome someone new into our team. What I love about working in the Tax Transactions team is the variety — no two projects are the same, and you’re constantly learning. The support from the team and the exposure to senior leaders has really helped me grow both technically and commercially .

Your Opportunity

This role gives you the chance to make an impact with ambitious clients, develop your expertise, and grow your career within a supportive and collaborative environment. You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of work, be encouraged to innovate, and benefit from a clear progression pathway.

How You’ll Make a Difference

Provide support to the Tax Transactions Senior Leaders on bespoke tax consultancy matters including;

· Pre and post-deal Structuring: Develop and implement tax-efficient structures for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.

· Demergers: Develop and implement tax-efficient methods for the demerger of assets or companies from single entities or groups of companies.

· Group reorganisations: Work with clients to understand their requirements to suggest the best possible group structure to enable the ringfencing of risk within a group, including the insertion of a holding company and the transfer of trades and/or assets to other group companies.

· Family wealth structuring: Work with clients and their financial advisor to suggest methods of structuring family wealth, including the use of Family Investment Companies and Trusts (with the support of our IHT, Trusts and Estates Team).

· Taxation Due Diligence: Supporting the team to undertake tax due diligence services for clients, working on a range of Target entities operating in different sectors.

· Other bespoke advice: Work with colleagues to research and conclude on technical tax matters which are outside of the normal areas on which advice is provided. Provide well-reasoned tax advice, with relevant case-law considered. Providing tax advice on the proposed steps and structuring to maximise financial benefits and Inheritance Tax exposure.

You’ll Be Ideal for This Role If You Have:

· CTA Qualification: Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualified, with broad experience advising on both corporate and private client tax matters.

· Experience: A minimum of 2 years in a mixed tax advisory role, including compliance review experience, with a proven track record in providing bespoke written advice to clients in a range of technical areas.

· Project Management: Exceptional workload and project management skills, with experience in managing multiple stakeholders.

· Process Improvement: Ability to identify and implement improvements in the Internal Risk and Liability (IRL) process, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during due diligence.

· Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of tax laws and regulations, accompanied with technical research skills, particularly as they relate to mergers, acquisitions and corporate restructuring (including demergers).

· Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess tax risks and opportunities.

· Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex tax issues to clients and internal teams, including general technical updates.

· Client Focus: A client-centric approach with the ability to understand client needs and deliver tailored tax advice.

· Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in preparing and finalising technical reports.

· Adaptability: Flexibility to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing client needs and priorities.

· Proactive: A self-starter with the ability to take initiative and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.

We know you have a lot to offer, which is why we give you the freedom to thrive, no matter who you are or what your background is.

Our Values

At BKL, we live by five core values:

• Think Big – Be curious, brave, and open to new ideas.
• In It Together – Collaborate, care, and build an inclusive culture.
• Take Pride – Strive for excellence and believe in your impact.
• Do the Right Thing – Act with integrity, honesty, and fairness.
• Enjoy It – Bring your whole self to work and have fun doing it.

Working With Us: Your Benefits, Wellbeing & Development

At BKL, we’re committed to creating a people-first workplace where everyone can thrive. We offer a carefully curated benefits package, wellbeing support, and meaningful development opportunities that empower you to grow your career.

Snapshot of our Benefits Package

We’ve designed a flexible, sustainable set of benefits to support your life at work and beyond:

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) – including mental health cover, hospital treatment & 24/7 GP access
• Health Cash Plans – covering everyday costs like dental, optical & physiotherapy and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension scheme – helping you save for retirement in a tax-efficient way
• Group Life Assurance – peace of mind with financial protection for your loved ones
• Cashback & savings portal – discounts across hundreds of high-street and online retailers
• Cycle to Work Scheme – spread the cost of a new bike and accessories tax-free
• Electric Vehicle Scheme – sustainable transportation options that include roadside support and servicing
• Free Mortgage Advice – expert guidance for your home-buying journey
• Season Ticket Loan – support with travel expenses
• Enhanced Family Leave – generous leave policies for family-related needs
• Holiday Entitlement – generous entitlement which increases with promotion

Development & Growth

We don’t just offer jobs, we support careers:

• Clear development pathways and progression frameworks
• Professional qualifications support – including study time and funding
• Internal mentoring, coaching, and buddying schemes
• Leadership development programmes to help you grow with us
• Regular check-ins and performance conversations – driven by your goals, not just metrics

Take Your Next Step

Ready to grow your career with a company that balances ambition with purpose? Apply today and discover how far you can go at BKL.

Our recruitment process typically involves three stages:

1. An introductory Teams call with our Talent Acquisition team.
2. A first-stage interview with two team members.
3. A final interview at our London office, including a tour to give you a feel for our working environment.

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, you will be required to undertake GDPR training in order to fully understand the regulations and ensure all work is carried out in a compliant manner.

As part of any recruitment process, BKL collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. BKL is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

BKL is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates eligible to work in the UK.