Group Tax Manager

Group Tax Manager (6-Month Contract)

Location: Luton (2 days working from home)
Rate: £550 per day (Umbrella)
Contract Length: 6 months

What we're looking for

We are seeking an experienced Group Tax Manager to join a UK-listed organisation on an initial 6-month contract. This is a senior role within the Group Tax function, supporting the delivery of corporate and international tax strategy while ensuring compliance across a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment.
You will act as a key advisor to senior finance stakeholders, helping shape strategic decisions, manage tax risk, and optimise the Group's overall tax position, while maintaining strong governance and regulatory compliance.

Day-to-day responsibilities

Support and implement the Group's tax strategy in line with business objectives
Lead on international tax planning, including cross-border transactions and structuring
Provide commercially focused tax advice to senior stakeholders
Oversee Group-wide corporation tax compliance and ensure timely, accurate filings
Manage international tax obligations and coordinate with local advisors
Handle HMRC and overseas tax authority audits, enquiries, and disputes
Monitor global tax developments (including BEPS and Pillar Two) and assess impact
Lead Group tax reporting under IFRS, including current and deferred tax provisions
Support financial close, tax forecasting, and statutory reporting requirements
Maintain and enhance tax governance, risk management, and control frameworks
Support Board and Audit Committee reporting on tax matters
Manage and develop a direct report
Drive process improvements, systems enhancements, and tax transformation initiatives

Required skills and experience

Strong technical expertise in UK corporate tax, international tax, and IFRS (IAS 12)
Experience in a UK-listed or large multinational environment
Proven track record in tax compliance, reporting, and governance
Experience dealing with HMRC, auditors, and international tax authorities
Ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders
Strong analytical skills and sound professional judgement
Clear communicator able to simplify complex tax matters
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed