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DWF is currently recruiting for a Group Tax Manager to join the team.
The Group Tax Manager role will be responsible for supporting the Head of Tax to effectively manage DWF Group's direct and indirect taxes across all jurisdictions ensuring compliance with tax legislation.
This role will mostly be remote with occasional travel to either our Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester or Newcastle office.
Responsibilities
- Support the Head of Tax in managing DWF Group’s global direct and indirect tax compliance.
- Oversee UK VAT filings and coordinate international indirect tax submissions, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Collaborate with local finance teams and advisors to stay ahead of legislative changes and mitigate tax risks.
- Engage external advisors on complex tax matters, especially in new jurisdictions or high-risk transactions.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of group-wide transfer pricing policies and documentation.
- Promote awareness of international tax issues, including permanent establishment, tax residence, and withholding tax.
- Monitor group profitability and structure to support effective cash repatriation and funding strategies.
- Continuously improve tax governance processes to align with regulatory requirements and business evolution.
- Provide tax input on strategic initiatives such as acquisitions, divestments, and reorganisations.
- Respond to tax-related queries from stakeholders and maintain good working relationships across the business.
What will help you succeed in this role?
Essential
- ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent professional qualification.
- Considerable experience in direct and indirect tax compliance, ideally gained in a large accountancy practice.
- Proven ability to translate complex tax issues into commercially relevant advice.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to lead or contribute to systems and process improvements.
- High levels of drive, resilience, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Considerable analytical and problem-solving skills with a forward-thinking mindset.
Desirable
- Experience working in an international organisation in a similar in-house tax role.
- Exposure to international tax matters and group structuring.
- Familiarity with supporting strategic projects such as acquisitions, divestments, or reorganisations.
What we offer?
We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.
About Us
DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do.
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