Director (m/f/d)
Global Transactions Tax – Germany
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
We are growing our Global Transaction Tax practice across Germany and looking to strategically strengthen at Director level in Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg and Dusseldorf. Our tax practice is unique in that we offer the opportunity to work without audit conflict and truly act as a trusted business advisor across service lines, allowing us access to provide the best service possible at all stages of our client’s development. We provide our teams with opportunities and support to develop careers that are most meaningful to them.
How you will contribute
As a Director you will manage the following key responsibilities, supported by the wider Global Transactions Tax team:
- Provide expert guidance on concurrent transaction tax engagements across Germany, Europe, and globally.
- Supervise and coordinate the management of complex cross-border transaction workstreams end-to-end, providing input on mandates, including tax due diligence, and structuring.
- Develop and oversee implementation of tax-efficient planning aligned with client goals, proactively addressing any potential challenges.
- Cultivate strong client relationships, serving as a senior point of contact and trusted advisor for key stakeholders.
- Guide and support junior and mid-level team members, enhancing technical expertise and encouraging professional growth.
- Oversee multiple engagements and budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and profitably.
- Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and identifying opportunities to expand existing relationships.
Qualifications
- Proven experience leading Transaction Tax projects across a variety of sectors, ideally at a top-tier advisory firm.
- Strong academic record and a degree from a leading university or equivalent.
- Well-developed stakeholder management skills, including managing key client relationships and networking/business development.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Native or fluent German and English are essential. Additional language skills are highly advantageous.
- Highly ambitious and motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset, deep functional knowledge and insight, a blend of operational and commercial skills, and an entrepreneurial approach.
Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favourite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
At Alvarez & Marsal, our core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity guide everything we do, shaping a culture rooted in entrepreneurship, impact, and integrity. We trust our people to take ownership early, contribute to meaningful challenges, and drive results that matter. We empower growth and champion diverse perspectives. Above all, we value doing the right thing. For those ready to roll up their sleeves, lead with integrity, and be difference makers, this is where it starts.
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