Head of Tax

at; Council of the City of Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance broker network in New South Wales is seeking a Head of Tax to manage global tax functions and ensure compliance. This senior leadership role requires a deep understanding of tax legislation and extensive experience, with responsibilities including strategic tax advice and team leadership. The company offers hybrid working arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Career advancement opportunities

Free company provided life and travel insurances

Health and wellbeing program

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in tax with international exposure.
• Leadership responsibilities in global operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global tax strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Advise senior management on tax implications of key business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and oversee preparation of statutory filings.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation, including Country-by-Country reporting.

Skills

Understanding of Australian tax legislation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication abilities

Problem-solving skills

Strategic thinking

Education

CA/CPA qualification

CTA and/or Master of Tax

Job description

Steadfast Group is the largest general insurance broker network and the largest underwriting agency group in Australasia with growing operations internationally. We were founded on the belief that a network of brokers would be stronger together, and this idea has been the backbone of our culture ever since. We believe that none of us is as good as all of us.

We are leaders of the general insurance broking and underwriting industry, and we lead from the front.

About the Opportunity

This is a senior leadership role responsible for managing the global tax function for Steadfast Group and its subsidiaries across multiple jurisdictions. The Head of Tax will ensure compliance, optimize tax positions, and provide strategic advice on business decisions, including M&A and cross-border arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global tax strategies aligned with the Group’s business objectives.
• Advise senior management on tax implications of key business decisions, including M&A and international structuring.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and oversee accurate, timely preparation of corporate tax, GST, transfer pricing, and statutory filings.
• Monitor and implement changes in tax legislation, including Country-by-Country and Pillar 2 reporting requirements.
• Lead and develop the tax team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Skills and Qualifications

• Deep understanding of Australian tax legislation and international tax principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• CA/CPA qualification required; CTA and/or Master of Tax highly desirable.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in tax with international exposure and leadership responsibilities in global operations.

Benefits

As a valued member of the Steadfast team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive array of benefits tailored to support your professional and personal well-being. Joining Steadfast means gaining access to:

• Hybrid working arrangements to help you balance work and home life.
• Career advancement opportunities and professional development through training programs, mentorship initiatives, and tuition reimbursement. We also partner with ANZIIF for accreditation and qualifications.
• Free company provided Life, Temporary Permanent Disablement, Salary Continuance, and Travel insurances, plus access to other discounted insurances.
• An expansive Health and Wellbeing program, which includes free annual health checks, free annual skin checks, Flu shots, holistic support and advice, and confidential counselling.
• Working in a vibrant and collegiate culture where you are a person, and your contribution is valued.

About us

We are committed to providing a workplace where people feel they can bring their whole self to work. We aim to create a diverse work environment in which everyone is treated fairly and with respect and where everyone feels responsible for the reputation and performance of Steadfast.

We are strong supporters of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses and communities through our Reconciliation Action Plan. We are also passionate about the environment, diversity, equity and inclusion, and love to give back to charities through the Steadfast Foundation.

We are proud of our Family Friendly Accreditation and our Work180 Endorsement. We are major sponsors of Women in Insurance, Young Insurance Professionals, Head over Heels, the Dive In festival and are active members of Champions of Change.

How to apply

If you are interested in a confidential conversation regarding career opportunities, please email [e-mail].

We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Our people are chosen for their personalities, their ethics and professional qualities without any exclusion, preferential treatment, or discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate by reason of age, gender, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, nationality, religion or disability or any other difference. We encourage applications from all individuals and will provide appropriate assistance for candidates with disabilities or special needs throughout the recruitment process upon request.