Head of Tax

Overview

This is a senior in-house tax leadership role within a European group operating in the financial services industry. The position is designed for a technically strong corporate tax professional who enjoys operating at group level, influencing decision-making and owning tax strategy rather than sitting purely in delivery mode. The Head of Tax will take responsibility for corporate tax matters across the group, working closely with senior finance stakeholders and external advisers.

The role offers hybrid working, with a regular presence in the Milton Keynes office.

In-House Head of Tax

Hybrid - Milton Keynes

£85,000 - 90,000 pa

You'll lead on corporate tax across multiple entities, providing clear, commercial advice in a regulated financial services environment. This Head of Tax role combines technical depth with strategic input and exposure to senior leadership across the European group.

• Ownership of group corporate tax compliance, governance and risk management
• Leading tax planning and advisory initiatives in line with business objectives
• Acting as the senior technical point of contact for corporate tax matters
• Managing relationships with external advisers across jurisdictions
• Supporting transactions, restructuring and other strategic projects
• Ensuring the business remains aligned with changing tax legislation
• Providing clear, practical tax input to senior finance and non-finance stakeholders

• Big 4 or top-tier trained corporate tax professional
• Strong grounding in UK corporate tax, ideally with some group or international exposure
• Experience operating in complex group environments
• Commercial mindset with the confidence to challenge and advise at senior level
• Comfortable taking ownership rather than working within a narrow remit

• Salary between £85,000 and £90,000
• Hybrid working model based in Milton Keynes
• Company car or car allowance
• Strong overall benefits package
• High-visibility role within a European group
• Scope to shape tax strategy within a growing financial services business

This Head of Tax opportunity suits someone with strong corporate tax credentials who wants influence, autonomy and exposure beyond a traditional in-house tax role. Applications and confidential discussions are welcomed.