Global Tax Manager

Global Tax Manager at activpayroll

Department: Global Mobility and Tax Advisory

Location: United Kingdom

Where once international mobility was limited to the few, in today's globalised world it has become the norm. Businesses increasingly operate across borders, and with that comes both opportunity and complexity. Our Global Mobility function is known for delivering expert, tailored support that ensures compliance with international tax obligations while helping our customers unlock the full potential of their global workforce.

The Global Tax Manager plays a key role in delivering high‑quality tax services to our international clients. Working closely with senior leaders and our global partner network, this role supports the operational delivery of our mobility tax services, contributes to technical excellence, and helps drive continuous improvement across the function.

• You’ll manage a portfolio of international clients, delivering mobility tax services including tax briefings, compliance support, and advisory work.
• You’ll act as a key point of contact for client queries, ensuring timely and accurate responses and escalating complex issues where needed.
• You’ll support the delivery of tax compliance processes, including coordination of tax returns, shadow payrolls, and year‑end reconciliations.
• You’ll collaborate with our global partner network to ensure seamless service delivery across jurisdictions.
• You’ll contribute to internal knowledge sharing, supporting junior team members and helping to build technical capability across the team.
• You’ll work closely with the Global Mobility leadership team to identify opportunities for service improvement and contribute to the development of best practices.

• A solid grounding in expatriate tax compliance and advisory services.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple client relationships and deadlines.
• A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners.
• A customer‑focused approach, with excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude to problem‑solving.
• A desire to grow and develop, with an interest in expanding technical knowledge and contributing to the success of the wider team.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Human Resources Services