Indirect Tax, Senior Manager, Commodities and Global Markets

Macquarie Bank Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm is seeking a Senior Manager for its Indirect Tax team in London. The role involves providing expert tax advice and supporting the Commodities and Global Markets business. Candidates should have significant experience in indirect tax, especially in commodities VAT, and demonstrate strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Paid parental leave

Hybrid working arrangements

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Reimbursement for work from home equipment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in indirect tax advisory, particularly with commodities VAT.
• Strong ability to analyse complex transactions and provide practical advice.
• Proven skills in managing multiple assignments effectively.

Responsibilities

• Advise on all aspects of indirect tax relevant to Commodities and Global Markets' products.
• Work with international advisors and implement best practices in tax risk management.
• Develop tax cost mitigation strategies and stay informed of legislative changes.

Skills

Indirect tax advisory expertise

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Commercial mindset

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Indirect Tax, Senior Manager, Commodities and Global Markets

Our Indirect Tax team sits within the Financial Management, People and Culture (“FPE”) Division and provides best in class indirect tax support to our businesses and other critical internal stakeholders. We provide expert advice and transactional support to all areas of our business in the EMEA region, helping the business deliver commercial outcomes whilst mitigating tax risk. We are also responsible for managing the Group’s relationship with revenue authorities in EMEA and ensuring compliance with all indirect tax compliance and reporting requirements throughout the region.

At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.

What role will you play?

As a Senior Manager in the Indirect Tax team, you will support our Commodities and Global Markets business across the EMEA region. In this role, you will advise the business on all aspects of indirect tax relevant to Commodities and Global Markets’ products, including VAT, import and customs duties, with a particular emphasis on the commodities business unit. You will be responsible for reviewing and providing indirect tax advice on transactions and new product or business proposals, as well as liaising with an international network of business advisors, interpreting, implementing, and challenging their advice when necessary. Additionally, you will work closely with business and operational teams to implement and develop best practice indirect tax risk management and control processes in relation to products, transactions, and business or legal entity structures. Your expertise will also be called upon to advise on indirect tax cost mitigation strategies and to ensure that Commodities and Global Markets remains informed of legislative changes in indirect taxes across the EMEA region that may impact the business.

What you offer

• Significant experience in indirect tax advisory, including expertise in commodities VAT and related taxes
• Ability to analyse complex transactions and provide clear, practical tax advice
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative and proactive approach
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritise effectively in an autonomous environment
• Commercial mindset, with the ability to problem solve and apply practical and risk-based thinking to tax issues

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us. If you\'re excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

What we offer

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave.
• 26 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks’ paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Paid fertility leave for those undergoing or supporting fertility treatment
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Access to a wide range of salary sacrificing options
• Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including, comprehensive medical and life insurance cover
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Access to company funded emergency and backup dependent care services
• Recognition and service awards
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Financial Management, People and Engagement

Financial Management, People and Engagement (FPE) provides a single interface for Macquarie’s businesses across key areas of people, strategy, communications and financial management. Comprising two pillars – Financial Management, and People and Engagement – it is responsible for managing the Group’s financial, tax and treasury activities and strategic priorities, fostering our culture through people and community engagement strategies, and engaging with stakeholders to protect and promote Macquarie’s reputation globally.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply regardless of their identity, including age, disability, neurodiversity, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, parental status, race (including ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals as required during the recruitment process and in the course of employment. If you require additional assistance, please let us know during the application process.