Structuring and M&A Tax Manager

Vodafone Group; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major telecommunications firm is seeking a Structuring and M&A Tax Manager in London. This role involves providing tax support for international M&A and structuring projects, necessitating strong international tax knowledge and project management skills. The ideal candidate will engage actively with business stakeholders and be part of a dynamic tax department committed to personal growth.

Benefits

Yearly bonus: 10%

Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays

Charity days: 5 days/year

Private medical and dental insurance

Pension contribution matching

Access to health assessments

Additional discounts on retail, gym, cinema

Qualifications

• Experience in international tax role with application of Double Tax Treaties.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive projects.
• Self-motivated with a proven track record of meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax support for M&A and financing projects.
• Engage in knowledge sharing across the tax community.
• Implement tax strategies to achieve commercial objectives.

Skills

International corporate tax experience

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CTA qualification

Job description

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

What you’ll do

The Structuring and M&A Tax Manager is responsible for providing tax support to both Group and Local stakeholders with a focus on M&A, structuring and financing projects.

Reporting to the Head of Structuring and M&A Tax, the role holder will offer tax support and advice to business stakeholders on both UK and international tax aspects of M&A, structuring and financing projects. Under the guidance of the Head of Structuring and M&A Tax, the role will involve planning and implementing various projects across the group, as well as ensuring a robust control environment to accurately capture the relevant tax considerations for compliance and reporting purposes.

The role encompasses a variety of UK and international tax advisory skills, including the application of international tax law and excellent project management skills. Strong interpersonal and business partnering skills are key for establishing and maintaining good working relations with stakeholders, as well as good communication skills to be able to clearly communicate complex tax considerations. The role is ideal for someone with experience in an international tax role in Industry or at one of the ‘Top 10’ accountancy firms.

Whilst relevant experience is important, the ability to influence stakeholders across the business, a willingness to drive projects and deal with issues to conclusion, good interpersonal skills and a desire to grow and develop in this dynamic and fast moving tax department are vital for this candidate.

• Tax structuring –Implements efficient tax strategies to mitigate taxes on structuring and financing projects.
• M&A activity – Implements appropriate strategies for M&A deals to achieve commercial objectives in a tax efficient manner.
• Tax advice - Provide clear tax advice to relevant group and local teams.
• Tax knowledge sharing – Engages in knowledge sharing across the tax community.
• Reporting and compliance – Inputs into reporting and compliance work associated with related Group transactions and activities.

Who you are

• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualification
• International corporate tax experience (including application of Double Tax Treaties, foreign tax regimes etc.) gained over 3 years in an accountancy firm or in industry
• Ability to work effectively across multi-disciplinary teams
• Self-motivated and hard-working, with a proven track-record of meeting deadlines.
• Good awareness of general accounting principles
• Good written, presentation and communication skills

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

What's in it for you

• Yearly bonus: 10%
• Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays + the opportunity to buy/sell/carry over 5 days/year
• Charity days: 5 days/year
• Maternity leave: 52 weeks: the first 13 weeks are fully paid, followed by 26 weeks of half pay
• Private pension: You can contribute up to 5% of your basic pay with 2:1 matching from Vodafone up to 10%.
• Access to: private medical, private dental, free health assessments, share save scheme
• Additional discounts: Vodafone retail, gym, cinema, cycle to work, season ticket loan

Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

Together we can.