Jonathan has over 25 years’ corporate tax experience, working with multinational organisations in various industries, including retail, manufacturing, real estate, technology, management consultancy and utilities.
Jonathan advises clients on all aspects of corporate taxation, with a focus on international structuring, tax efficient financing, acquisitions and disposals. He has extensive experience providing tax compliance services, including tax reporting under UK GAAP and IFRS and the preparation of corporate tax returns for groups of all sizes.
Key experience
- Leading the delivery of fully outsourced compliance and reporting services for a number of groups, including private companies, a publicly listed group, private equity portfolio companies and non-resident landlords,
- Providing due diligence and structuring advice on numerous acquisitions for both corporates and private equity clients,
- Advising on the structuring and financing of multiple real estate acquisitions for both real estate funds and owner occupiers,
- Handling the tax aspects of financial distress, most recently advising the creditors of a major shopping centre group in default. Leading the UK tax work on behalf of Lehman Brothers Holdings in connection with their bankruptcy for over a decade.
Interests
Jonathan lives with his wife and two children in South London. He is a Crystal Palace season ticket holder and a member of Surrey County Cricket Club. His hobbies include home brewing, growing vegetables and running. He has recently completed a coast-to-coast walk, traversing the breadth of England.