International Tax Manager

DLA Piper; Leeds; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking an International Tax Manager to take responsibility for the tax affairs of a designated region within its international business. You will work closely with regional finance leaders to oversee compliance, year-end accounting and cross-border tax matters.

The role offers exposure to global stakeholders, transfer pricing and tax projects within a large, leading professional services organisation. A proactive mindset and strong collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• ACA, CTA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong understanding of corporate and international tax principles.
• Experience managing complex tax compliance and reporting obligations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and tax research skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capability.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage the tax affairs of entities within your allocated region.
• Ensure tax compliance obligations are delivered accurately and on time.
• Review and oversee tax computations, returns and payments.
• Lead and support international tax projects and business initiatives.
• Manage year-end tax accounting, provisions and reporting activities.
• Act as a key contact for external advisers and auditors.
• Support transfer pricing, group structure and cross-border tax matters.
• Monitor and manage tax risk across the business.
• Build strong relationships with finance teams and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Analytical skills

Tax research

Education

ACA/CTA or equivalent

Job description

As International Tax Manager, you will take responsibility for the tax affairs of a designated region within DLA Piper's international business. Working closely with regional finance leaders and colleagues across the Central Tax Team, you will oversee tax compliance, year-end tax accounting, risk management and tax-related projects.

This is a broad and varied role offering significant exposure to international tax matters, global stakeholders and strategic business initiatives.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Manage the tax affairs of entities within your allocated region.
• Ensure tax compliance obligations are delivered accurately and on time.
• Review and oversee tax computations, returns and payments.
• Lead and support international tax projects and business initiatives.
• Manage year-end tax accounting, provisions and reporting activities.
• Act as a key contact for external advisers and auditors.
• Support transfer pricing, group structure and cross-border tax matters.
• Monitor and manage tax risk across the business.
• Build strong relationships with finance teams and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

About You

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical tax knowledge with excellent stakeholder management and project delivery skills.

Essential

• ACA, CTA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong understanding of corporate and international tax principles.
• Experience managing complex tax compliance and reporting obligations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and tax research skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capability.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

Desirable

• Experience in international tax advisory, tax strategy or tax projects.
• Knowledge of cross-border tax structures and transfer pricing.
• Experience working within a large, complex international professional services organisation
• Exposure to professional services, partnerships or regulated environments.

What You'll Bring

• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset.
• Strong commercial awareness and risk management skills.
• The ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• A collaborative approach and a desire to drive continuous improvement.

About Us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.