Head of Tax, UK, Africa, ME & Europe

Cedar; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Tax to lead the tax function for the UK and select regions. The candidate will deliver tax planning, manage audits, and ensure compliance across various territories. This role requires strong leadership skills and experience in international tax. While experience with African territories is preferred, it is not essential. The position is based in Surrey, requiring 3-4 days in the office.

Qualifications

• Strong UK and International tax background required.
• Experience in managing tax audits and compliance.
• Ability to partner with commercial teams on transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax function for UK, Africa, Middle East, and Europe.
• Deliver tax planning for new projects.
• Manage relationships with tax authorities.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial tax advice

Risk management

Transfer Pricing compliance

Job description

Job Description

An exciting regional Head of Tax role has arisen in a global organisation who are looking for an experienced Head of Tax / Tax Director to lead the tax function for UK, Africa, Middle East and selected European territories. You will manage one direct report and ensure the group stays compliant while supporting the business with planning, risk management and commercial tax advice.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Shaping and delivering tax planning for new projects and activities to support commercial goals
• Partnering with commercial teams, finance, legal and wider teams on transactions and operational matters
• Managing tax audits across the region and handling the relationships with tax local authorities
• Overseeing Transfer Pricing compliance and documentation
• Ensuring all compliance and reporting deadlines are met

This would suit someone with a strong UK and International tax background who can demonstrate leadership and commerciality. It would be advantageous to have experience of working with African territories, however it's not essential. The role is based in Surrey and would require 3-4 days in the office.