At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative.
With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career.
Job Description:NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.
Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.
Demand from high-net-worth individual clients continues to build for London-based US tax expertise. The increased demand is driven by ongoing tax reforms and the ever-increasing complexity faced by clients with connections to the US. Our team works with a range of dynamic businesses, from those going global for the first time to companies with established expatriate programmes.
Grant Thornton has a strong and talented team operating in the US / UK Private Client space. Together with our international reach and top tier reputation for serving mid-market businesses, we have established an excellent foundation upon which to further develop a market leading offering for US connected clients in the UK.
A look into the role
As an Associate Director within our US / UK Private Client team, you will:
- Advise on a broad range of issues impacting UK resident non-domiciled Americans as well as non-Americans with a US footprint.
- Support Partners and Directors in providing market-leading advice to US connected clients in the UK.
- Advise transatlantic entrepreneurs and their businesses on all stages of the entrepreneurial cycle.
- Work collaboratively with clients to understand their financial and lifestyle needs, taking a proactive, relationship-first approach to help clients achieve their goals.
Knowing you’re right for us
Joining us as an Associate Director within our Global Mobility the minimum criteria you’ll need:
- CTA qualified or equivalent qualification
- Experience providing tax advice to US / transatlantic businesses
Ideally you will also be an Enrolled Agent, have worked in a UK professional services firm, and have experience managing a portfolio of clients.
Knowing we’re right for you
The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart, we’re known for our inclusive culture and creating environments where all our people can flourish. The things that set you apart, we value them, and this helps us all to perform at our best.
Our values are the unwavering principles that shape our daily behaviours and decisions, alongside our drive to do the right thing. We’re looking for people who align with our values and are purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. You can learn more about our values in practice here.
It’s not just about our culture and values, in addition to a competitive salary and reward package, us you’ll also get:
- Tailored development programmes and access to coaching
- Flexible bank holidays – allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to you
- Benefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits
- Any benefits giving you access to shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial advice
- And more. Visit our benefits section to read more.
How we work
We have a trust-based way of working, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our how we work framework gives flexibility in where, how, and when we work to deliver the best results for our clients, whilst helping you keep a balance between work and life. 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. That is how it should be.
We’re looking for people who can help drive the business forward, 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.
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