Head of Tax UK, Africa, ME & Europe

Cedar; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Tax to lead its tax function across the UK and other regions. The role requires shaping tax planning for commercial goals, managing audits, and ensuring compliance with reporting deadlines. Strong UK and international tax knowledge is essential, along with leadership capabilities. The position is located in Surrey, demanding 3-4 days in the office per week.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and commerciality in tax function.
• Experience of managing tax audits and compliance.
• Ability to partner with various teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver tax planning for new projects.
• Manage tax audits and relationships with local authorities.
• Oversee Transfer Pricing compliance and documentation.

Skills

Strong UK tax background

International tax knowledge

Leadership skills

Commercial tax advice expertise

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.