Tax Director

General Description

A high-growth, internationally active group is seeking an experienced and strategic Tax Director to lead its global tax structuring and advisory function. This senior leadership role will act as the Group’s principal tax advisor, focusing on complex structuring, shareholder-level tax matters, and business partnering at the executive level.

Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.

This is a forward-looking role focused on transactions, structuring, and decision support—not routine compliance.

Key Responsibilities1. Group Structuring & Strategic Advisory

• Lead tax structuring for reorganisations, M&A, financing arrangements, capital planning, and dividend flows.
• Partner with senior leadership to provide actionable tax advice on cross-border transactions and corporate strategy.
• Evaluate and guide input from external tax advisors, ensuring alignment with business goals and risk appetite.
• Monitor UK and international tax developments and assess their strategic implications for the Group.

2. Business Partnering

• Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO, Head of Tax, and broader leadership team.
• Embed tax considerations into strategic decisions, commercial models, and operating structures.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Treasury on complex cross-border initiatives.
• Prepare Board-level analyses and recommendations related to tax, structuring, and governance.

3. HMRC Relationship & Governance

• Serve as the primary liaison with HMRC for both corporate and shareholder-related matters.
• Manage complex tax audits, enquiries, and disputes with a calm, authoritative presence.
• Maintain and enhance the Group’s tax risk management framework, policies, and internal governance.
• Lead on tax controversy strategy and uphold a high standard of compliance and ethical engagement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Professionally qualified (CTA, ACA, ATT or equivalent).
• 12–15+ years of experience in international tax, including structuring, advisory, and UK tax authority engagement.
• Big 4 or top-tier advisory background at Director or Senior Manager level strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK corporate and individual tax regimes, cross-border structuring, and shareholder planning.
• Proven track record of directly managing HMRC audits and high-stakes tax negotiations.
• Excellent judgement in balancing technical risk, commercial impact, and reputational considerations.
• Clear communicator, confident engaging with Boards, senior stakeholders, and regulators.
• Operates with integrity, discretion, and professionalism at all times. xwzovoh

This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercially astute and technically skilled tax leader who thrives in a fast-paced, international, and privately held environment.