Manager Senior Executive, Valuations, Belfast

Job Description

Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Valuations Senior Executive, youll help make that happen. Youd be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profiletransactions and key valuation issues for our clients. The UK Valuations team has around 190 people in the UK and sits at the heart of a global Valuation, Modelling and Economic Advisory ("VME") network of over 1,550 specialists who deliver high quality advicethrough each phase of the transaction process. The opportunity Our focus is to recruit and develop a talented team through investment in technical and commercial training and knowledge transfer. Within the team youd have the opportunity to work on complexvaluation issues and work directly with management. Within the team youd have the opportunity to manage smaller projects and be an integral part of large projects, often involving multi-disciplinary teams. For the right candidate there is potential for excellentcareer progression. Our main teams are based in London and Manchester. Although our team are largely London based, we operate as a national team and many of our engagements involve multi-national clients. There would likely be travel in the UK and could requireworking overseas from time to time. As part of your role you would work across a varied portfolio of valuations (see below) and get involved with the wider team on project work. Commercial valuations -the team regularly advise businesses on valuations issueswith regards to fund valuation, acquisition or divestitures of controlling or minority stakes and broader SaT projects involving lead advisory and the restructuring teams; Regulatory and accounting valuations- the team work with management as part of an acquisitionor an impairment process to understand how the value of acquired assets (intangible, tangible and financial) will impact the accounts under IFRS or US GAAP, as well as performing valuations for Companies Act purposes or in respect of regulatory bodies suchas the FSA; Tax valuations and Intellectual Property ("IP") transfer - the team undertakes valuations for fiscal purposes in the UK and other territories and is ideally placed to advise on all aspects of tax valuation issues. In addition, the team regularlyperform the valuation of IP as part of a tax reorganisation. IP assets include trademarks, brand names, core deposit intangibles, customer relationships, banking and other licences, patents, technology and know-how; Dispute resolution - the Valuations teamin the recognised specialists within the field of dispute resolution, litigation support and expert valuations, and can also act as independent experts. Your key responsibilities As a Senior Executive/Manager within Valuations you will be responsible for theexecution of projects and have the opportunity to lead EY teams and manage interactions with client management and senior members of the EY team. You will undertake valuations in the UK or internationally for various purposes including, M&A, tax, financialreporting and litigation. You will gain insights into complex valuation issues and structures and will be tested on the application of valuation theories and techniques to practical, real life situations. Skills and attributes for success To qualify for therole, you must have Proven experience of providing or contributing to valuation projects in a client-facing role; Strong project management and organisation skills - as a manager in the team you would be in a charge of projects, discuss directly with clientsand mentor junior resources in the team The ability to demonstrate intellectual rigour and commercial awareness, combined with first-class numeracy and analytical skills; Excellent report writing, communication skills and attention to detail; Strong interpersonalskills; ability to work as part of a diverse team and handle multiple responsibilities. CFA/ACA/ACCA or similar financial qualification Ideally, youll also have Previous valuation, audit or tax experience in professional services/Big 4 Firm or an experiencein investment banking (i.e. analyst roles, etc.) Financial modelling experience ACA/ACCA Qualification MBA, Master in finance, CISI Specific industry expertise (consumer products, energy, telecoms) or Asset/valuation expertise (intellectual property, complexsecurities, experience in tax or fund valuation) Language skills What we look for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, numerate, logical thinkers with a passion for valuations and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong teamplayer is also important as well as someone who is happy to work flexibly over a variety of different assignments and industries. Ability to learn and train others and capacity to adapt in evolving regulatory environments is also a key element to our work.What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where youll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY youcan select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around Opportunitiesto develop new skills and industry expertise and progress your career The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way thats right for you About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, were using the finance products,expertise and systems weve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptionalEY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, well make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contactus as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the "Apply" button below.