Head of Tax UK, Africa, ME & Europe

Cedar; Exeter; 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 across the UK, Africa, and selected European regions. This role includes managing tax audits, compliance requirements, and delivering tax strategies aligned with commercial objectives. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in both UK and international tax, along with excellent leadership skills. The position requires 3-4 days in the office and offers an exciting opportunity to shape tax planning for new projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in UK and International tax compliance.
• Ability to manage tax audits and relationships with the authorities.
• Experience in delivering tax planning for commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax function for UK, Africa, Middle East and selected European territories.
• Shape and deliver tax planning for new projects.
• Partner with teams on transactions and operational matters.
• Manage tax audits and compliance across the region.
• Oversee Transfer Pricing compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Tax compliance

Commercial awareness

Risk management

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.