Group Tax Manager - Energy - Up to £120,000

Goodman Masson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in the UK seeks a Group Tax Manager to shape and lead the company's tax strategy. The ideal candidate has a strong background in UK corporate tax, ideally within regulated industries. Responsibilities include compliance, advising on tax implications, and managing audits. This role offers autonomy and the chance to impact the UK's carbon reduction strategy.

Qualifications

• Strong background in UK corporate tax, ideally within energy, infrastructure, or regulated industries.
• Exposure to VAT and international tax issues.
• Comfortable advising at both strategic and operational levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead on all aspects of corporate tax strategy, compliance, and reporting.
• Ensure full adherence to UK tax regulations while identifying opportunities for efficiency.
• Prepare and submit corporate tax, VAT, and related filings.
• Manage tax aspects of audits, forecasts, and statutory accounts.
• Advise senior leadership on tax implications of projects and transactions.
• Monitor changes in UK and international tax law relevant to the energy sector.
• Act as the main contact for HMRC and other stakeholders.

Skills

UK corporate tax knowledge

VAT knowledge

Strategic advising

Operational advising

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Group Tax Manager to join a pioneering energy business at the forefront of the UK s low-carbon transition. This is a standalone role, reporting directly to the Head of Finance & Control, and will give you full responsibility for shaping and leading the company s tax strategy.

The role will suit a commercially minded tax professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and wants to make an impact in an industry that is critical to the UK s Net Zero ambitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on all aspects of corporate tax strategy, compliance, and reporting.
• Ensure full adherence to UK tax regulations while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and mitigate risk.
• Prepare and submit corporate tax, VAT, and related filings.
• Manage tax aspects of audits, forecasts, and statutory accounts.
• Advise senior leadership on the tax implications of projects, transactions, and restructurings.
• Monitor changes in UK and international tax law relevant to the energy sector.
• Act as the main point of contact for HMRC and other external stakeholders.

About You

• Strong background in UK corporate tax, ideally within energy, infrastructure, or other regulated industries.
• Exposure to VAT and international tax issues.
• Comfortable advising at both strategic and operational levels.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing organisation that is repurposing existing infrastructure and driving forward the UK s carbon reduction strategy. You ll play a pivotal role in supporting the business through a period of innovation, growth, and strategic importance while enjoying the autonomy to shape tax policy in a high-impact sector. For more information, please contact Mo Hanslod at Goodman Masson.