Head of Tax UK, Africa, ME & Europe

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

Job summary

A global organisation is seeking a Head of Tax to lead their tax function for the UK and selected international territories. This role involves managing tax audits, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic tax planning in collaboration with commercial and finance teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in UK and international tax and a strategic mindset, with some familiarity with African territories preferred. The role requires a presence in the office in Surrey for part of the week.

Qualifications

• Strong UK and international tax background is essential.
• Experience with African tax territories is advantageous.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to drive commercial outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver tax planning for new projects.
• Partner with commercial teams on transactions and operational matters.
• Manage tax audits across the region.

Skills

UK tax expertise

International tax knowledge

Leadership skills

Commercial acumen

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.