Real Estate Tax Senior Manager

“We’re setting out to reshape the future of tax advisory - one that’s better for clients, and better for advisers.” WTS UK is a new non-audit tax advisory firm offering the full range of services to large and listed businesses. We take a fresh approach to tax advisory - unafraid to offer bold perspectives on complex issues.

We provide clear, actionable advice, demonstrating what’s possible when a firm is purpose-built for today’s environment. Modern, focused, and powered by senior expertise, we embed AI into our ways of working to sharpen insight and enhance client service. We are proud to be part of WTS, headquartered in Munich, and connected through WTS Global, a network spanning 100 countries.

We combine international reach with entrepreneurial agility. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in building a modern, conflict-free tax advisory firm – shaping workflows and working directly with senior leaders and high-profile clients in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. CTA, ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent professional qualification – or qualified by experience Substantial experience in real estate tax, gained in practice or industry Strong technical knowledge of SDLT, capital allowances and real estate structuring, with a track record of leading complex transactions Commercial mindset with the ability to translate complex technical issues into clear, practical advice Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience managing engagement economics, client relationships, and developing Managers and junior team members A collaborative, influential mindset aligned with our culture As a Real Estate Tax Senior Manager, you will run a portfolio of real estate clients, lead complex transactions and advisory engagements, and develop the people around you - with a mindset of delivering excellent outcomes by getting the best out of others.

Responsibilities

will vary depending on experience and specialism but may include: Acting as technical lead across multiple engagements, providing high-quality advice and reviewing Manager-level output Leading complex real estate transactions and advisory engagements for large and multinational real estate businesses and investors, coordinating specialists across teams Running and growing a portfolio of client relationships across the real estate sector, identifying opportunities and expanding existing accounts Advising on complex client matters relevant to your specialism — for example, SDLT, capital allowances, REIT structuring, or real estate fund and joint venture structuring Managing engagement economics across your portfolio, including budgets, recovery rates, and WIP/billing recommendations Collaborating with colleagues across jurisdictions within the WTS Global network on cross-border real estate projects, and with our Indirect Tax team on VAT matters affecting your clients Generating new opportunities and supporting proposals and pitches within the real estate market Developing Managers and junior team members, and managing performance and quality across multiple engagement teams Championing our technology-enabled ways of working, using AI and digital tools to enhance delivery across your teams Building strong internal relationships and acting as a collaborative, influential voice within the firm Work in a bureaucracy-free, pure advisory environment Build something new in a high-growth firm Direct exposure to senior leadership and complex client work A culture built on collaboration, not hierarchy Flexibility to shape your career path If you’re looking for a different kind of tax advisory firm - one focused on clarity, impact, and collaboration — we’d love to hear from you