Group Tax Manager

Overview

In this Group Tax Manager role, you lead the group’s tax compliance and advisory activities within a value‑led, UK‑based organisation. You will drive governance and robust controls across a complex portfolio, partnering with senior stakeholders to influence strategic decisions. You’ll manage relationships with HMRC and external advisers, while identifying tax‑efficient opportunities and system improvements. This is a high‑visibility position in a mission‑driven company that prioritises sustainability and long‑term value.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangement
• Flexibility around office location
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and submission of VAT, Corporation Tax, CIS, Gift Aid and Employment Tax returns
• Act as primary contact for HMRC and manage tax correspondence
• Provide technical tax support and advice to senior stakeholders
• Support strategic projects and assess tax implications of business decisions
• Manage relationships with external advisers and ensure timely information flow
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and accounting standards and assess impact
• Identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency and strengthen financial controls
• Support statutory reporting processes and tax disclosures in accounts
• Drive process improvements, system enhancements and development of tax policies and procedures
• Lead on complex tax consultations and technical projects across the group

Key requirements

• Qualified finance professional with strong UK tax experience (industry or practice)
• AC A, ACCA, CIMA, CTA or equivalent CCAB qualification
• Strong knowledge of UK tax compliance (Corporation Tax, VAT, CIS)
• Experience managing HMRC and external advisers
• Ability to interpret tax legislation and communicate to non‑tax stakeholders
• Experience identifying tax risks and delivering practical solutions
• Strong analytical, reconciliation and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities
• Proactive, commercially minded with focus on continuous improvement
• Additional experience in a regulated environment or professional tax qualification advantageous

• Stakeholder management
• Communication
• Analytical thinking
• UK tax compliance (Corporation Tax, VAT, CIS)
• Tax advisory and risk assessment
• Tax legislation interpretation

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