Tax Manager

Park Street People; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company based in Chester is seeking a Tax Manager for a 12-month temporary position. The successful candidate will oversee European tax compliance and audits, provide strategic advice on tax implications, and collaborate with senior finance leaders. A professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA and strong experience in tax, particularly within the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector, are essential. This role supports agile and compliant global operations.

Qualifications

• Strong post-qualification experience in tax, ideally in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors.
• Deep understanding of international tax principles and transfer pricing.
• Exceptional skills in communication and influencing senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage European tax compliance, including preparation and submission of tax returns.
• Oversee tax audits and resolve queries with tax authorities.
• Provide strategic tax advice for business decisions and M&A activities.

Skills

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Our client, a global pharmaceutical company, is currently looking for a Tax Manager to join their team in Chester on a full time, 12-month temporary basis (35 hours per week).

As a Tax Manager, you'll oversee tax compliance, reporting and strategy, ensuring the company's global operations remain agile, compliant and forward-thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage European tax compliance, including the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns across multiple entities
• Oversee tax audits and liaise with tax authorities to resolve queries efficiently
• Provide strategic advice on tax implications for business decisions, M&A activities and cross-border transactions
• Collaborate with senior finance leaders to optimise the company's global tax position
• Stay up-to-date with changes in tax regulations, ensuring the company remains compliant and responsive to legislative shifts

Requirements

• Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA and CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience in tax, ideally within the pharmaceutical, healthcare or multinational sectors
• Deep understanding of international tax principles, transfer pricing and cross-border transactions
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and project management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels

Park Street People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this role.