Tax Advisor

Group Tax Advisor for Europe’s second largest residential manager 

Heimstaden is a pan-European real estate investor and manager. We own and manage 160,000 homes across nine countries with a property value of EUR 29bn. As the appointed asset manager for the Heimstaden Bostad group, we acquire, develop, and manage properties, focusing on creating lasting value for people and communities - together, we shape the European real estate market towards a better and more sustainable tomorrow. 

 

The Team 

Pursue efficient tax structures that are in compliance with international tax standards.  

The Group Tax team is a growing team that consists of seven tax professionals.  

Key areas of work / goals: 

• Tax structuring support on all transactions (acquisitions, divestments, restructuring, privatisations)  
• Support in identification of material structuring opportunities and cost-saving initiatives  
• Support in capital structure and internal funding metrics  
• Support on tax controversy matters  
• Support in bank (re)financing to secure cash upstreaming and tax aspects  
• Support on Pillar II reporting requirements  
• Support in Transfer Pricing policy and documentation 
• Support with optimisation of VAT structures and efficiency improvement projects for VAT compliance 

This role will report to the Director of Group Tax. This is a full-time position open for candidates based in Oslo or Copenhagen. 

You will play a pivotal role in our team by:  

1. Provide support in tax/VAT initiatives/project matters to the Heimstaden business units by working closely with Treasury, Legal, Accounting and Corporate Finance amongst others.  
2. Support on tax audits, contacts with tax authorities and other relevant authorities in cooperation with local Tax/Finance teams.  
3. Support on acquisitions and reorganizations from a tax perspective.  
4. Involved in developing Heimstaden tax processes, including supporting the review of quarterly tax calculations from the operating countries together with local Tax/Finance teams and Group Accounting/Controlling.   
5. Manage tax advisors and other external advisors in the tax area at Group level and engage in appointing and determining scope and use of tax advisors at Country Level in cooperation with local tax/Finance teams.  
6. Work actively to be at the forefront of analysis/implementation of international and local changes to regulations that may affect the Group's tax burden.  
7. Support in the information collection process and preparation of local/Master files using Heimstaden’s preferred Transfer Pricing tools.   
8. Ad hoc tasks related to the Tax function as may be required based on priorities and needs. 
   
    

To be an ideal fit for our team, you possess:  

• About 1-3 years of combined experience of work as in- house counsel, tax authority or Big4 
• Recent Graduates with relevant intern experience are also encouraged to apply 
• Academic or professional experience with Corporate tax, Transfer Pricing and Value Added Tax (VAT) is an advantage 
• General understanding of International tax and M&A is recommended 
• MSc. In (Tax) law and/or Finance 
• Good commercial and social skills. Team player 
  
   

What we can offer:    

• Working with and learning from experienced professionals and industry experts across several European countries 
• Good opportunities for career development within a growing and dynamic organization 
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation and excellence   
• Opportunity to work as business partner to group management and other department heads for all tax matters 
• Competitive compensation and benefits package 

 

Join Us  

We believe in Friendly Homes - for our customers, our colleagues, and our communities. Joining Heimstaden means being part of a team that dreams big, works passionately, and continuously strives for improvement.  

Apply today to connect with the People & Culture team to further explore this opportunity!  

 

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as applications are received. 

We conduct background checks as part of our recruitment process. If you have any questions regarding this, you are welcome to contact us. 

 

We know the value of challenging unconscious bias and the importance of focusing on the full potential and competences of each individual. That is why we do not require a Cover Letter when applying to our positions, and we use testing as a tool in the process.  

For questions, please contact Franco Hurtado at [email protected]  

We conduct background checks as part of our recruitment process. If you have any questions regarding this, you are welcome to contact us!

At Heimstaden, we believe diversity makes us stronger. Our inclusive teams reflect the communities we serve, bringing bold ideas and shared passion to create Friendly Homes and shape the future of residential living.