Group Head of Tax

Lancashire Insurance Group; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Group Head of Tax to oversee global tax compliance and strategy. This mid-senior level role involves managing relationships with advisors, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and advising internal stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in tax roles, particularly within the insurance sector, and strong stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar tax role or at an accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of international tax laws and regulations.
• Experience managing corporate income tax, VAT, and other taxes.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and ensure robust tax accounting arrangements.
• Lead the Group's OECD Pillar 2 and Bermuda CIT projects.
• Provide tax advice to internal stakeholders and ensure compliance with CBCR requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

International tax laws

Corporate income tax

VAT

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Purpose

Lead all tax-related matters and projects, managing global tax compliance, planning, reporting and broader tax issues.

Application Deadline:

1 July 2025

Department:

Finance

Location:

London

Description

Purpose

Lead all tax-related matters and projects, managing global tax compliance, planning, reporting and broader tax issues.

Specific Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, ensuring appropriate support and advice while managing costs.
• Ensure tax accounting arrangements are robust to satisfy the SAO regime in the UK.
• Assess and annually update the UK Tax Strategy.
• Lead the relationship with the UK Corporate Compliance Officer.
• Provide tax advice to internal stakeholders, such as finance teams and senior management, and maintain relationships with legal and HR functions.
• Stay updated on global tax developments, assess their impact, and advise on strategic options.
• Lead the Group's OECD Pillar 2 and Bermuda CIT projects, ensuring compliance during the deferral period.
• Take responsibility for tax disclosures in the Group’s AR&A and IFRS financial statements of subsidiaries.
• Manage transfer pricing compliance, documentation, and policies in collaboration with external advisors.
• Ensure compliance with CBCR requirements and TCSH calculations, working with the Finance team.
• Support US tax compliance efforts, including Federal, BEAT, and US Branch taxes.
• Work closely with UK teams on VAT and IPT reporting to meet HMRC expectations.

Essential Skills & Requirements

• Experience in a similar tax role or at an accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of international tax laws and regulations.
• Experience managing corporate income tax, VAT, and other taxes.
• Experience in the insurance industry is advantageous.
• Stakeholder management skills and the ability to communicate complex messages effectively.

The Lancashire Way

At Lancashire, we believe our culture sets us apart. Our behaviors and approach create a positive experience for our people and stakeholders, underpinned by honesty and integrity.

• Straight-talking: Sharing thoughts and ideas openly.
• Collaborative: Working together towards common goals.
• Hard-working: Contributing proactively to our success.
• Responsible: Achieving tangible results with consistent standards.
• Positive: Engaging professionally and passionately as proud ambassadors.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Insurance