Tax Manager

Overview

As Tax Manager at Zopa, you will own UK tax compliance and reporting for a fast-growing neobank, shaping the tax control framework and partnering with Finance and business teams. You’ll lead UK tax filings, advise on commercial initiatives, and drive automation and governance improvements. This is a pivotal role for building a robust tax function with external advisers, HMRC interactions, and cross-functional support. You’ll work in a collaborative, growth-focused environment that values innovation and practical tax leadership.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• London office 2-3 days/week
• flexible working abroad up to 120 days/year
• focus on work-life balance
• diversity and inclusion culture
• AI integration in work processes

Responsibilities

• Own preparation and submission of annual UK Corporation Tax and VAT returns across Zopa entities
• Manage other UK tax filings (CT61, Stamp Duty Reserve Tax)
• Coordinate UK R&D tax relief submissions with external advisers and Product teams
• Serve as primary HMRC contact for enquiries and compliance matters
• Identify opportunities to automate and standardise tax processes and strengthen controls
• Support SAO certification preparations and maintain related governance framework
• Maintain and monitor the Group’s tax risk register and mitigations
• Support year-end audits with tax disclosures and responses to auditor queries
• Provide tax advice to Finance, Product, Treasury, Legal on new products and commercial initiatives
• Build cross-functional relationships to align tax planning with business needs
• Monitor UK tax legislation changes and implement needed updates
• Promote tax literacy across the business and offer training where appropriate
• Engage with external advisers and tax authorities to optimise planning and compliance
• Support tax governance and policies across the organisation

Key requirements

• ACA, ACCA and/or CTA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong experience managing UK corporate tax compliance in financial services or banking
• Experience preparing UK Corporation Tax and VAT returns
• Solid understanding of UK direct and indirect tax legislation (CT, VAT, CT61, SDRT, R&D relief)
• Experience supporting SAO obligations and tax governance frameworks
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong Excel and large dataset handling abilities
• Experience working with HMRC and external advisers
• Ability to work independently and own all aspects of tax compliance
• Continuous improvement mindset with interest in technology/AI to enhance processes
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to explain complex tax matters to non-tax audiences

• Stakeholder management
• Clear communication
• Attention to detail
• Advanced Excel
• Experience with HMRC processes
• R&D tax relief processes

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