EY is a global leader in Assurance, Consulting, Tax and Strategy & Transaction Services (SaT). We are 298,965 people based in 700 offices in 140 countries with 28 Regions grouped under three geographic Areas: Americas; Europe, Middle East, India and Africa (EMEIA) and Asia-Pacific. At EY, we are committed to doing our part in building a better working world. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, clients and communities.

Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for young, talented professionals with energy, enthusiasm and commitment; who are looking to grow their career in a fulfilling and rewarding professional environment. The selected candidates will have a great opportunity to work with a pool of highly qualified and experienced professionals in all spheres of our practice.

Manager, Strategy and Transactions (SaT)
The suitably qualified candidate should have a good understanding of Corporate Finance, Transaction Diligence or Strategy, able to manage and deliver corporate finance or strategy assignments working in teams across East Africa with work experience of 5 years with a corporate finance and transactions experience with a reputable firm.

Key Attributes and responsibilities
• Possess an excellent understanding of corporate finance, strategy and or transaction diligence issues and general issues and process.
• Stay abreast of general business and economic developments and apply their understanding of the client’s business and industry to identify issues affecting corporate finance transactions.
• Draft client advice on specific identified issues on corporate finance transactions.
• Confidently and authentically presents complex messages skilfully using a variety of media and methods that builds excellent relationships based on trust with clients.
• Creates a positive team environment, balancing team and individual initiativescontributing to a work environment that leads to high morale, productivity and open communication; facilitate conflict resolution; share information; and accept and provide constructive feedback.
• Provide guidance and support to assist staff in reaching their full po tential (e.g. willingly address questions, contribute constructive on-the-job feedback and training, conduct meaningful and timely performance reviews).

Academic qualifications/experience
• First-class or a Second-class Upper Bachelor’s Degree in Laws from a recognized university.
• A Post Graduate qualification in finance including CFA or a master’s degree in business related fields will be an added advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English ( other languages are an added advantage).
• Proficient IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• At least 5 years’ experience in tax work