Tax Manager - Risk and Governance

Lorien; England; On-site; GBP 85,500 - 104,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support

Professional development options

Job summary

A leading international insurance company is seeking a Tax Manager - Risk and Governance in the UK to lead the development of the tax risk and control framework, ensure compliance, and drive transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in tax risk management and a strong understanding of UK tax regulations. Join a vibrant workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, and career development with a competitive salary of up to £95,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in tax risk management, governance, or controls.
• Strong understanding of UK tax regulations and global tax frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills to translate complex tax concepts for non-tax audiences.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead Tax Governance by designing and maintaining the tax risk and control framework.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC, SAO, CCO documentation.
• Drive transformation initiatives by collaborating with Tax Technology.
• Engage stakeholders across Finance, IT, Legal, and Risk.
• Champion operational excellence and support change programmes.

Skills

Tax risk management

UK tax regulations

Excellent communication

Innovation mindset

Job description

Senior Sourcing Partner - Professional Services

Are you ready to shape the future of tax governance in a global insurance powerhouse?

An International Insurance Organisation is seeking a Tax Manager - Risk and Governance to join its dynamic Tax team.

This is a high-impact role where you'll lead the development and enhancement of the tax risk and control framework, drive transformation initiatives, and ensure regulatory alignment across international operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead Tax Governance: Design, maintain, and evolve the tax risk and control framework.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Manage documentation and attestations for HMRC, SAO, CCO, and more.
• Drive Transformation: Collaborate with Tax Technology to automate and improve processes using AI and emerging tech.
• Engage Stakeholders: Partner across Finance, IT, Legal, and Risk, and liaise with external advisors and regulators.
• Champion Operational Excellence: Support change programmes and promote a high-quality, low-surprise control environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in tax risk management, governance, or controls.
• Strong understanding of UK tax regulations and global tax frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills to translate complex tax concepts for non-tax audiences.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

• A vibrant, inclusive workplace with a strong commitment to career development.
• A culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Flexible working and a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities to collaborate globally and make a real impact.

What’s in It for You:

• Salary: Up to £95,000
• Pension: 5% employee contribution with a 10% company contribution
• Benefits: Extensive range of flexible benefits including wellbeing support, lifestyle perks, and professional development options

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting