Head of Tax

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Tax located in London for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves leading tax strategy across various jurisdictions and providing expert tax advice. Candidates should have post-qualification experience, be compliant with major tax regulations, and demonstrate strong leadership abilities. The successful applicant will engage with HMRC and support strategic initiatives within the organization, benefiting from a hybrid work model offering excellent benefits and competitive salary.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Opportunity to make a significant impact

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in tax.
• Deep expertise in indirect tax and knowledge of direct and international tax.
• Experience in large, complex organisations or professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead the tax team and oversee UK and international tax compliance.
• Develop and implement tax strategy across a complex group structure.
• Engage with HMRC and external advisors for compliance.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Leadership

Tax strategy development

Communication skills

Education

Professionally qualified in tax (ATT, CTA part-qualified or equivalent)

Job description

• Lead tax strategy at one of the UK's most complex organisations.
• Influence HMRC and shape policy on a high-impact contract.

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised organisation headquartered in Oxfordshire, known for its scale, complexity, and international reach. With a diverse portfolio of commercial, research, and educational activities, it operates across multiple jurisdictions and sectors, requiring sophisticated tax leadership and strategic oversight.

Job Description

• Lead the tax team and oversee all UK and international tax compliance and planning.
• Develop and implement tax strategy across a complex group structure, including subsidiaries and joint ventures.
• Provide expert advice on VAT, SDLT, employment taxes, and corporation tax, with a focus on VAT.
• Engage with HMRC and external advisors to ensure compliance and influence policy.
• Drive cultural change across the organisation to embed tax awareness and best practices.
• Support major capital projects, international partnerships, and research initiatives with strategic tax input.
• Represent the organisation in sector bodies and government consultations.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Head of Tax will be:

• Professionally qualified in tax (ATT, CTA part-qualified or equivalent), with significant post-qualification experience.
• Deep expertise in indirect tax, with strong knowledge of direct and international tax.Proven experience in large, complex organisations or professional practice.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, including influencing at board level and with HMRC.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing high-performing teams and driving cultural change.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, with a proactive and strategic mindset.

What's on Offer

On offer for the new Head of Tax:

• 6-month fixed-term contract.
• Salary available upon request, with excellent benefits.
• Hybrid working model (minimum 50% in-office presence in Oxfordshire).
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-profile, strategic role.