Tax Director

TPF Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Greater London is seeking an experienced Tax Director to lead corporate tax strategies and compliance for a top 20 practice. The role involves extensive engagement with senior leadership, oversight of complex tax areas, and managing a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have a professional qualification and proven experience in corporate tax within a UK accountancy practice. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary, enhanced leave, and a company bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Enhanced annual leave

Company bonus

Qualifications

• Proven focus on corporate and international tax.
• Experience in corporate tax at a large organization or top-tier firm.
• Expertise in international tax structures and transfer pricing.
• Knowledge of UK corporation tax, VAT, capital gains tax and treaties.
• Leadership experience managing a tax function in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement corporate tax strategies across global operations.
• Lead corporate tax compliance, including returns and filings.
• Manage transfer pricing documentation and audits.
• Advise on mergers, acquisitions, and international structuring.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing tax team.

Skills

Corporate tax expertise

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualification in CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

BlackLine

Thomson Reuters

Advanced Excel

Job description

London, United Kingdom | Posted on 21/01/2026

Please do not apply unless you have a solid background in Corporate Tax within a UK accountancy practice.

Tax Director

Central London

Hybrid

TPF Recruitment are delighted to partner exclusively with a top 20 practice in the heart of London to recruit a Tax Director who is a strategic leader within the corporate tax function of a forward-thinking organisation, responsible for shaping and executing comprehensive tax strategies that align with business goals, regulatory standards and evolving tax legislation.

This critical role ensures full compliance across domestic and international jurisdictions while driving tax efficiency, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.

The Tax Director oversees complex areas including transfer pricing, international tax structuring, M&A tax implications and cross-border compliance, providing expert guidance to senior leadership and external stakeholders. With a focus on governance, audit readiness and proactive tax planning, the role safeguards the organization’s tax position and supports sustainable growth.

The Tax Director plays a key part in shaping financial strategy and delivering high-impact tax insights to the board and executive team.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement corporate tax strategies across global operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory frameworks.
  
• Lead all aspects of corporate tax compliance, including corporation tax returns, VAT, and indirect tax filings across multiple jurisdictions.
  
• Manage transfer pricing documentation (master and local files) and lead engagement with tax authorities during audits and dispute resolution.
  
• Advise on complex tax matters such as mergers and acquisitions, group reorganizations, and international structuring.
  
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing tax team, promoting accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and business units to assess tax implications of strategic initiatives.
  
• Represent the organization in negotiations and discussions with HMRC and other tax authorities, managing audits and disputes effectively.
  
• Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and case law, assessing impact and recommending timely strategic responses.
  
• Establish and maintain robust tax risk management frameworks, including internal controls and governance processes.
  
• Deliver clear, actionable tax reports and insights to senior management and the board as needed.
  

Requirements

• Professional qualification in CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent with a proven focus on corporate and international tax.
  
• Progressive experience in corporate tax, preferably within a large organisation or top-tier professional services firm.
  
• Demonstrated expertise in international tax structures, transfer pricing, and cross-border compliance.
  
• In-depth knowledge of UK corporation tax, VAT, capital gains tax and international tax treaties.
  
• Strong leadership experience managing a tax function or team in a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment.
  
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax concepts for non-experts.
  
• Proven experience managing tax audits, disputes, and negotiations with HMRC and other regulatory bodies.
  
• Proficiency in tax and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, BlackLine, Thomson Reuters) and advanced Excel.
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work autonomously, and deliver high-quality results under pressure.
  
• Willingness to travel occasionally for audits, meetings or client engagements.
  
• Competitive salary and benefits package
  
• Enhanced annual leave
  
• Company bonus
• Please contact Andy Irvine on 02038314441
  
• Andrew Irvine | LinkedInfor a confidential conversation.
  

Please do not apply unless you have a solid background in Corporate Tax within a UK accountancy practice

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