Group Tax Manager

Location: Luton (Hybrid – 2 days working from home)

We are seeking an experienced Group Tax Manager to join a UK-listed organisation on an initial 6-month contract. This is a senior-level position within the Group Tax function, responsible for supporting the delivery of corporate and international tax strategy while ensuring compliance across a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment.

You will act as a trusted advisor to senior finance stakeholders, helping to shape strategic decisions, manage tax risk, and optimise the Group's overall tax position while maintaining robust governance and regulatory compliance.

• Support the development and implementation of the Group's tax strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Lead international tax planning initiatives, including cross-border transactions, financing arrangements, and corporate structuring.
• Provide commercially focused tax advice to senior finance and business stakeholders.
• Oversee Group-wide corporation tax compliance, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
• Manage international tax obligations and coordinate with external advisors across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead responses to HMRC enquiries, tax audits, and overseas tax authority investigations.
• Monitor global tax developments, including OECD BEPS and Pillar Two legislation, assessing their impact on the business.
• Lead Group tax reporting under IFRS, including current and deferred tax provisions.
• Support the financial close process, tax forecasting, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Maintain and enhance tax governance, risk management, and control frameworks.
• Support Board and Audit Committee reporting on tax-related matters.
• Manage and develop a direct report.
• Drive continuous improvement through process enhancements, systems development, and tax transformation initiatives.

• Strong technical expertise in UK corporate tax, international tax, and IFRS (IAS 12).
• Experience working within a UK-listed company or large multinational organisation.
• Proven track record in tax compliance, reporting, governance, and risk management.
• Experience dealing with HMRC, external auditors, and international tax authorities.
• Strong understanding of international tax developments, including BEPS and Pillar Two.
• Ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders on complex tax matters.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.