Greenfield Tax Manager - Carbon Capture & Storage

Redstone Search Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in carbon capture and storage is seeking a Tax Manager in London to develop and oversee its tax strategy. The role involves ensuring compliance with tax regulations, providing strategic tax advice, and collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to further sustainability goals. This position offers flexible working opportunities and a culture that prioritizes inclusivity and continuous learning.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Ongoing training and personal development

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a tax management capacity within energy or regulated sectors.
• Demonstrated proficiency in UK corporate tax compliance.
• Experience managing VAT issues and international taxation matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop tax strategies ensuring compliance and maximising efficiency.
• Oversee full compliance with UK tax laws.
• Prepare and submit corporate tax returns and VAT filings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA

Tools

Accounting software (such as SAP)

Job description

A unique opportunity has arisen for a Tax Manager to join a pioneering team at the forefront of carbon capture and storage in London. This role offers you the chance to shape and oversee the entire tax strategy for a business that is instrumental in supporting the UK's Net Zero ambitions. As the primary point of contact for all tax-related matters, you will play a vital part in ensuring regulatory compliance, optimising tax efficiency, and providing expert guidance on complex projects.

Tax Manager

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: London

Keywords: carbon capture, tax compliance, energy sector, sustainability, regulatory regime, stakeholder engagement, strategic tax advice, decarbonisation

A unique opportunity has arisen for a Tax Manager to join a pioneering team at the forefront of carbon capture and storage in London. This role offers you the chance to shape and oversee the entire tax strategy for a business that is instrumental in supporting the UK's Net Zero ambitions. As the primary point of contact for all tax-related matters, you will play a vital part in ensuring regulatory compliance, optimising tax efficiency, and providing expert guidance on complex projects within an economic regulated regime. You will be joining a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly contribute to sustainable growth and innovation in one of the most exciting sectors of the energy transition. Flexible working opportunities, a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and ongoing training are just some of the benefits you can expect as you help drive forward this essential mission.

• Be part of a ground-breaking initiative dedicated to reducing carbon emissions through advanced carbon capture and storage infrastructure, making a tangible impact on environmental sustainability.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities and a supportive culture that values well-being, continuous learning, and personal development, ensuring you have the tools to thrive both professionally and personally.
• Work closely with senior leadership as the trusted advisor on all tax matters, influencing strategic decisions while collaborating with industry bodies and government stakeholders.

What you'll do:

As Tax Manager, you will take ownership of all aspects of taxation within an organisation leading the way in carbon capture technology. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you developing robust strategies that ensure compliance while maximising efficiency across diverse business operations. You will work closely with finance colleagues to prepare statutory accounts, manage audits related to taxation, and provide insightful advice on complex transactions such as mergers or restructurings. Your ability to interpret evolving legislation will be crucial as you guide decision-makers through regulatory changes affecting both domestic and international projects. By acting as the central liaison for all tax matters-internally with senior management and externally with regulatory bodies-you will ensure transparent communication and foster trust across multiple stakeholder groups. Your proactive approach will help identify risks early while uncovering opportunities for savings that support broader organisational goals. In this influential position, your expertise will underpin not only financial integrity but also contribute directly to advancing sustainability objectives within a highly regulated environment.

• Develop and implement comprehensive tax strategies that align with business operations and long-term objectives, ensuring all activities support compliance with relevant regulations.
• Oversee full compliance with UK tax laws, including those specific to carbon capture, energy, and regulated infrastructure sectors, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes.
• Identify opportunities for tax savings and risk mitigation across project financing, operational expenses, revenue recognition, and other key financial areas.
• Prepare and submit accurate corporate tax returns, VAT filings, and all statutory submissions required by authorities.
• Manage half-year and year-end audit processes related to taxation, ensuring transparency and accuracy in all reporting activities.
• Advise senior management on the tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, restructuring initiatives, or new business ventures as they arise.
• Act as the main point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders such as HMRC, OFGEM, auditors, and industry bodies regarding all tax-related queries.
• Monitor evolving tax legislation at both national and international levels to assess potential impacts on business operations.
• Provide international tax advice for cross-border projects within the company's portfolio.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing detailed analysis of current and future tax liabilities.

What you bring:

To excel as Tax Manager in this transformative environment, your background should reflect deep technical knowledge paired with proven experience navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Your academic credentials-supported by professional qualifications-will equip you to address multifaceted challenges inherent in large-scale infrastructure projects. Experience gained within sectors such as energy or regulated environments will give you insight into industry-specific requirements around compliance and reporting. Beyond technical acumen, your interpersonal skills will enable you to build trusting relationships with colleagues at every level-from finance teams preparing statutory accounts through to executive leadership seeking strategic guidance. Your ability to communicate clearly ensures that even intricate legislative updates are understood by non-specialists while fostering collaboration across departments. A keen eye for detail combined with resilience under pressure means you consistently deliver high-quality outcomes even when faced with tight deadlines or shifting priorities. Ultimately, your blend of analytical thinking, adaptability, and commitment to ethical standards positions you as an invaluable contributor driving both financial stewardship and sustainable progress.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline is essential for understanding complex financial frameworks underpinning this role.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA is required; CTA accreditation would be highly advantageous for handling intricate tax scenarios.
• Significant experience in a tax management capacity within energy, oil & gas, carbon capture industries or regulated infrastructure is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated proficiency in UK corporate tax compliance coupled with strong planning skills ensures effective oversight of statutory obligations.
• Experience managing VAT issues alongside international taxation matters provides valuable breadth to your expertise.
• Advanced skills using accounting software (such as SAP) and specialised tax reporting tools are necessary for efficient workflow management.
• Exceptional analytical abilities enable you to interpret complex regulations while identifying practical solutions for risk mitigation or cost optimisation.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills allow you to engage effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders including regulators.
• A methodical yet proactive approach ensures accuracy under pressure while maintaining attention to detail across multiple concurrent tasks.
• Fluency in English is essential for clear communication within an international context.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands at the cutting edge of climate action by operating one of the UK's most significant carbon dioxide transportation and storage infrastructures-a cornerstone project supporting regional decarbonisation efforts. Employees here are empowered by a culture that champions flexibility in working arrangements alongside robust training programmes designed to nurture talent at every stage of their career journey. Diversity is celebrated not just as policy but as practice: perspectives from varied backgrounds are actively sought out because they enrich problem-solving capabilities across teams. The company's commitment extends beyond environmental impact; it invests heavily in employee well-being through policies promoting work-life balance while offering access to resources that encourage continuous personal growth. By joining this team, you become part of an inclusive network united by shared purpose-delivering real-world solutions that benefit communities today while safeguarding tomorrow's environment. Here your contributions matter: every success story is built together through mutual respect, open dialogue, and unwavering support from knowledgeable colleagues who share your passion for positive change.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference at the intersection of finance and sustainability while advancing your career in an inspiring setting-this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided-take the next step towards shaping a more sustainable future.

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