Alternatively, Grant Thornton

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:

Associate Director, Digital Tax

More than you expected

Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. We’re a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive and agile. That’s Grant Thornton.

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.

Our Tax business is investing in digital to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry. This role will help shape and deliver that digital strategy. You will work closely with Engineering, Product and the Data Office to turn strategic priorities into products, platforms and data capabilities that make a measurable difference to our people and our clients.

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares. We’ll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

As an Associate Director supporting our Digital Strategy, you will:

• Support the development and delivery of the digital strategy for Tax, turning priorities into a clear roadmap with business cases and measurable outcomes.

• Work with Engineering, Product and the Data Office to translate strategy into delivered products, platforms and data capabilities.

• Act as the link between tax service lines and technical teams, shaping requirements and prioritising work by value, risk and feasibility.

• Oversee the delivery of strategic initiatives across multiple workstreams, ensuring they land on time, within budget and against agreed KPIs and success metrics.

• Prepare and maintain business cases, benefits tracking and governance reporting for senior leaders and investment decisions.

• Work with the Data Office on data strategy, quality, ownership and platform choices, so that data supports the products we build and the decisions we make.

• Engage partners and service line leaders to understand their challenges, build support for change and drive adoption.

• Track and assess emerging technology, including AI and automation, and recommend where it should be applied.

• Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the wider digital community.

Knowing you’re right for us

Joining us as an Associate Director, the minimum criteria you’ll need are:

• Experience shaping or delivering digital or technology strategy in professional services, tax or a similarly complex environment.

• A track record of delivering technology-enabled change, working alongside engineering and product teams.

• A working understanding of data platforms, data governance and how data underpins products and decision making.

• A working understanding of the Microsoft technology stack and Anthropic tools, and how they are applied to automation and AI.

• The ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver through others without direct line management.

It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box. We’ll help you develop along the way.

• Experience in product management or agile delivery.

• Experience building business cases and tracking benefits for technology investment.

• A professional accounting or tax qualification, or experience in a tax technology or in-house tax setting.

Knowing we’re right for you

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people. We never settle for what is easy. We look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues, helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job

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, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values: Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility.

We’re looking for people 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.