10+ years of experience servicing clients in the financial services industry
Specialises in group operating models, IP, and financial transactions
Expert in complex cross-border transactions
London
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Rasmus Steiness is a Senior Director with Alvarez & Marsal Tax U.K., LLP in London and Amsterdam. He brings more than 10 years of experience serving the financial services industry, working with clients in banking, capital markets, investment management and fintech.
Mr. Steiness navigates the complexities of international business, particularly cross-border transactions, helping his clients harmonise tax strategies with operational frameworks. He has been involved in projects covering group re-organisations, operating model design and implementation, international expansion, intellectual property planning and financial transactions, and helping clients manage and mitigate risks from a tax and operational perspective. He places great importance on stakeholder management, particularly the alignment among the various parts and interests in large organisations.
Prior to joining A&M Mr. Steiness spent seven years working for Deloitte in Amsterdam and London where he most recently served as Director. Mr. Steiness also worked on engagements in Denmark and Australia.
Mr. Steiness earned a master’s degree in corporate finance and management accounting from Copenhagen Business School.
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