Manager - Direct Taxation - Consulting Firm - CA (5-7 yrs)

The opportunity- We have new opportunities for ambitious individuals to join our Tax Team as Manager in Direct Tax practice.

Your key responsibilities:

- Develop and Implement accounts strategy for DT offerings targeted at clients within identified industry segments and market segments

- Develop and sell new solutions (managed services, distinct technology solutions etc.) for the DT practice as part of the GTM initiative

- Enhance internal and external awareness of DT services (branding) and support development of proposals/presentations etc as required

- Build strong relationships across all Service Lines and with the BD team to help surface new client opportunities and drive sales

- Periodic monitoring and reporting of sales opportunities, pipeline and wins

- Identify opportunities for other services and support in cross-sell for Tax, CoSec & other services

- Leading and coordinating the planning and management of assignments including pricing, billing and recovery, maximizing fee opportunities with guidance from the Partner.

- Develop sound value-based solutions and apply technical knowledge in delivery of complex solutions to clients.

- Understand macro and strategic issues on client engagements and develop a deep understanding of industry, market and overall economic conditions.

Skills and attributes for success:

- Strong analytical ability, logical and problem solving approach on complex issues.

- Strong marketing and business development skills.

- In depth understanding of competition and competitor strategies.

- Aligning with sector knowledge and industry perspective

- Technical competence in Tax and also the industry / specialized field

- Strong leadership skills to create high performance climate; serve as a role model, mentor, coach

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional services environment

To qualify for the role you must have:

- A qualified Chartered accountant

- 5-6 years of relevant post-qualification experience in - Corporate tax, Personal tax or International Tax