Tax Manager - Japan Practice - Global Mobility Services

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Tax Manager for their Japan Practice within Global Mobility Services. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of clients, providing expert advice on UK tax developments, and leading a team to ensure high-quality service delivery. You'll engage with international clients, navigate complex tax challenges, and utilize top-tier technology solutions to enhance client experiences. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow your career while making a significant impact in a fast-paced, global context. If you are passionate about tax and enjoy working with diverse teams, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified in ACA, ATT, or CTA with UK Tax experience.
• Fluent in English and Japanese, with strong client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships in the Japan Practice.
• Manage UK tax compliance and advisory projects for clients.
• Lead a junior team and oversee day-to-day UK work.

Skills

UK Tax experience

Japanese language proficiency (JLPT N1)

Client relationship management

Advisory project management

Excellent written and spoken English

Organisational skills

Education

ACA/ATT/CTA qualified or equivalent

Job description

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Tax Manager - Japan Practice - Global Mobility Services, London

Client:

KPMG

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

24.03.2025

Job Description:

Tax Manager – Japan Practice - Global Mobility Services: 104663

Base Location: London with a network of 20 offices nationally:

Why Join KPMG as a Tax Manager – Japan Practice within our Global Mobility Services Team

We are looking for a GMS Manager to work in the Japan Practice in Tax, Global Mobility Services team working on a mixed portfolio of clients.

KPMG's Global Mobility Services (GMS) practice is a diverse and fast-growing area of our Tax business. We serve the biggest names in the Financial Services community, with high-profile engagements touching every corner of the world.

Our GMS engagement teams are “360-degree service oriented”, with tax technical, team leadership, and client-facing responsibilities as part of each successful manager’s remit.

You’ll advise on complex people challenges, including future of work trends such as cross-border working, remote working and virtual assignments. Working alongside multi-disciplinary experts, such as tax, technology, immigration, and mobility administration services and using some of the best technology solutions in the market, you’ll have the support and tools to create opportunities for our clients – and for your career.

What will you be doing?

• Build, maintain and lead strong relationships with the clients.
• Work closely with the Central Co-ordination Teams, Social Security teams and Employment tax teams to ensure proactive service delivery.
• Act as day-to-day contact for allocated VIPs and work closely with the Engagement Leaders to deliver an enhanced service to the VIPs.
• Ensure clients are provided with up-to-date information on UK tax developments.
• Manage advisory projects carried out for clients.
• Be involved in all aspects of cross border advisory - covering tax, Social Security, process, policy and efficiencies.
• Manage UK tax compliance and work closely with the Centre of Excellence.
• Conduct arrival/departure briefings for senior assignees.
• Oversee day-to-day UK work and lead the junior team on these clients.
• Engage in business development/proposals.

What will you need to do it?

• ACA/ATT/CTA qualified or equivalent preferred.
• UK Tax experience - working with Japanese Business.

Experience and Background

• Understanding of Japanese professional practices and business customs.
• Excellent written and spoken English as well as Japanese (equivalent to JLPT N1).
• Flexible approach to working hours/job content.
• Energetic, committed, and ambitious.
• High level of personal responsibility and accountability for teamwork.
• Ability to identify core issues, investigate, evaluate, and integrate information.
• Communicate with impact, both in speech and writing, in an open, honest, consistent, and clear manner.
• Safeguard and enhance the reputation of KPMG through the quality of work, knowledge, and experience.
• Motivated by a passion for the international aspects of our work, professional proficiency, and a desire to serve and lead an excellent UK team.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work on your own initiative.
• Capable of working to deadlines, showing resilience under pressure and an ability to apply knowledge to non-routine situations.
• Demonstrate sound professional judgement including the ability to identify issues/concerns and consult where appropriate with more senior staff.

To discuss this or wider Tax roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV, and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

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With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

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