Interim Head of Tax (12 Month FTC)

Go Fractional; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadillac Formula 1 Team is seeking a Head of Tax on a 12-month fixed-term contract for an early 2027 start. Reporting to the CFO, you will lead the global tax strategy, governance and risk management across multiple jurisdictions within this high-growth team.

You will oversee compliance, transfer pricing and employment taxes, manage audits, and drive R&D tax credit submissions while advising senior leadership on tax implications of business initiatives. Motorsport experience welcome.

Qualifications

• CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification.
• Post-qualification experience in multinational corporate environment or professional services.
• US tax experience required.
• Motorsport industry experience preferred but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of UK Corporate Tax, International Tax, R&D Tax Relief, Transfer Pricing, Employment Taxes (including IR35), VAT and Indirect Taxes.
• Experience managing tax authority enquiries and audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead global tax strategy and governance across the group.
• Oversee tax compliance and reporting obligations across jurisdictions.
• Lead on R&D tax credit preparation and submissions.
• Manage global tax risks, including permanent establishment and mobility tax.
• Design and maintain transfer pricing policies and documentation.
• Maintain tax governance framework and ensure key compliance.
• Report tax opportunities and risks to CFO and senior leadership.
• Advise on tax implications of business initiatives.
• Manage relationships with external advisors and authorities.
• Support Finance Leadership Team strategy and budgeting.
• Ensure tax ledgers are up to date and accurate.

Skills

US Tax

UK Corporate Tax

R&D Tax Relief

Transfer Pricing

Tax compliance

Stakeholder influence

Employment Taxes

VAT & Indirect Taxes

Multinational experience

Audits & inquiries

Education

CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Closing Date: Friday 23rd October 2026

Please Note: This is a 12-Month Fixed Term Contract for an early 2027 start date.

Fueled by bold ambition.

The Head of Tax is responsible for leading the global tax strategy, governance, compliance and risk management framework of Cadillac F1® Team. The role ensures the Group meets all tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions while supporting the commercial and operational objectives of a high-growth F1® organisation.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Head of Tax provides strategic tax leadership across corporate transactions, international operations, employment taxes, transfer pricing, indirect taxes, tax technology and regulatory compliance.

• Lead on managing and delivering the group global tax strategy and rolling agenda
• Oversee tax compliance and reporting obligations across all taxes and jurisdictions; and manage the tax team priorities and responsibilities to ensure all deadlines are met
• Lead on R&D tax credit preparation and submissions
• Manage global tax risks i.e. permanent establishment, social security and other international mobility tax requirements, overseas VAT recovery, withholding tax compliance etc
• Design and maintain transfer pricing policies and supporting documentation
• Continually develop and maintain the Group's tax governance framework and ensure compliance with key areas i.e. Corporate Criminal Offence
• Report key tax opportunities and risks to the CFO and wider senior leadership team as appropriate
• Advise the business on tax implications of proposed business initiatives and planning items
• Manage relationships with external advisors, tax authorities, shareholders and internal stakeholders
• Play a key role in shaping and implementing the Finance Leadership Team strategy
• Ensure all tax ledgers are up to date and accurate as part of month end process
• Provide forecasted tax figures and professional fee spend for annual budgets and update these for any re-forecasts
• Maintain robust internal controls and risk management procedures
• Manage tax team direct reports including holding performance check ins and goal setting and monitoring

Requirements

What do we need from you?

• Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA), ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience of working within a tax team, including significant post-qualification experience in a multinational corporate environment or professional services firm covering a variety of taxes
• US Tax experience required
• Motorsport industry experience preferred but not essential
• Strong technical expertise in UK Corporate Tax, International Tax, R&D Tax Relief, Transfer Pricing, Employment Taxes (including IR35), VAT and Indirect Taxes, US Tax and European Tax compliance
• Experience managing tax authority enquiries and audits
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and explain complex tax matters to people not experienced in tax areas

A team like no other.

The Cadillac Formula 1® Team challenges conventions and redefines success through bold ambition, cutting-edge innovation, and an unwavering commitment to precision and excellence—on and off the track. This includes offering industry-leading pension, generous time off and, as part of a global brand, huge potential for career development.