Corporate Tax Manager

Brambles Limited; Addlestone; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics organization is seeking a Corporate Tax Manager based in the UK. This role will lead tax compliance and reporting across Europe, oversee complex tax initiatives, and require a strong corporate tax background. The ideal candidate will have proven UK tax compliance experience and project management skills. The position offers hybrid working, an annual bonus, and various benefits including private healthcare and share schemes.

Benefits

Annual bonus (typically 15%)

Car allowance

Generous share scheme

Private healthcare (family cover)

Flexible hybrid working

25 days holiday + statutory leave

Up to 10% company pension

Life Assurance & Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Strong corporate tax background, ideally across UK/EU jurisdictions.
• Proven UK tax compliance experience.
• Project management skills to handle complex initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of consolidated tax returns for Brambles Ltd.
• Prepare or review complex tax provision calculations.
• Lead monthly reconciliations of indirect and/or direct tax accounts.
• Conduct in-depth tax research and prepare documentation.
• Maintain and enhance Brambles' tax risk management framework.
• Lead ad hoc tax projects to drive improvements.

Skills

Active Learning

Adaptability

Cross-Functional Work

Curiosity

Digital Literacy

Emotional Intelligence

Empathy

Problem Solving

Risk Management

Tax Compliance

Education

ACCA or CTA qualification

Job description

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Lead the preparation of the consolidated tax returns for Brambles Ltd, across the regional jurisdiction
• Prepare or review complex tax provision calculations, ensuring compliance with both local and international accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Lead monthly reconciliations of indirect and/or direct tax accounts, ensuring accurate reporting and timely submission.
• Prepare and review regional tax returns and provisional tax calculations, ensuring timely and accurate submissions, particularly for more complex tax matters.
• Conduct in-depth tax research, preparing detailed file notes and documentation to support and defend tax positions globally.
• Maintain and enhance Brambles' tax risk management framework, ensuring strong processes and controls across multiple regions.
• Lead ad hoc tax projects to drive improvements to tax processes and procedures, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and compliance.
• Serve as a key liaison with finance and tax team members globally, ensuring clear communication and collaboration on tax reporting and compliance initiatives.

Corporate Tax Manager

Full time, permanent

Hybrid ( at least once a week in office) in Weybridge

Are you a seasoned tax professional with a passion for European direct taxes? Do you thrive in project driven environments where your expertise shapes meaningful outcomes? If so, this opportunity could be the perfect next step in your career!

This is not just another compliance role - it’s a chance to be at the heart of our European tax operations. You’ll oversee direct tax compliance and reporting, lead strategic tax projects, and act as a trusted advisor to both internal teams and external stakeholders. Working closely with the Senior Manager, Direct Tax, you’ll help us stay ahead of evolving legislation while driving efficiency and innovation.

What You’ll Do...

• Lead Compliance: Ensure corporation tax and withholding tax obligations are met across the UK, Netherlands, and other European jurisdictions.
• Shape Reporting: Oversee tax provisioning and reporting, making sure everything is accurate, audit‑ready, and aligned with statutory requirements.
• Drive Projects: Manage complex tax initiatives such as reorganisations, mergers, and disposals, delivering both compliance and efficiency.
• Support Audits: Take the lead on smaller audits and provide critical support on larger engagements.
• Collaborate & Advise: Partner with Finance, Treasury, and Legal teams, while maintaining strong relationships with external advisors and tax authorities.
• Innovate: Contribute to process improvements and system developments that enhance visibility, control, and compliance.
• Stay Ahead: Keep up to date with tax legislation and best practices, ensuring we’re always prepared for what’s next.

What We’re Looking For...

• Strong corporate tax background, ideally across UK/EU jurisdictions
• Proven UK tax compliance experience
• Project management skills to handle complex initiatives
• ACCA or CTA qualified (or working towards completion)

The Perks...

• Certified Top 17 Global Employer
• Annual bonus (typically 15%)
• Car allowance
• Generous share scheme
• Private healthcare (family cover)
• Flexible hybrid working
• 25 days holiday + statutory leave, with option to buy/sell 5 days
• Up to 10% company pension
• ❤️ Life Assurance & Employee Assistance Programme
• ❀ Retail discounts

Interested...?

Are you prepared to embark on this exciting adventure? We are eager to hear from you! Please send us your tailored CV for this opportunity, and we will reach out to discuss further.

As an inclusive employer, Brambles wants to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore encourage you to inform your Talent Acquisition Partner of any reasonable adjustments you might need to enable this to happen.

Remote Type

Hybrid Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Active Learning, Adaptability, Cross‑Functional Work, Curiosity, Digital Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Finance Systems , Financial Reporting And Compliance, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements Preparation, Initiative, Problem Solving, Risk Management, Taxation Accounting , Tax Compliance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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