Associate Director – International Tax

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential financial services organization seeking an Associate Director - International Tax to lead tax matters across UK, EMEA, and APAC operations. This is a high-impact individual contributor role reporting to the UK Finance Director, responsible for managing corporate tax compliance, reporting, transfer pricing, planning, advisory, and risk management across multiple jurisdictions.

Tax Compliance and Reporting:

• Manage end-to-end tax compliance cycle including preparation, review, and filing of corporate income tax returns, VAT/GST, and withholding taxes using local external advisors where appropriate
• Oversee the calculation and review of current and deferred tax provisions under IFRS/US GAAP for regional entities
• Ensure timely and accurate tax disclosures in statutory financial statements

Tax Planning and Advisory:

• Collaborate on global tax strategy ensuring regional alignment with overall group-wide objectives
• Develop and implement tax planning initiatives, identifying opportunities to optimize effective tax rate and maximize efficiency and tax savings
• Support M&A tax due diligence and post-acquisition tax integration, legal entity rationalization workstreams, including holding structures and IP ownership
• Act as internal tax advisor for various business units and stakeholders including finance, legal, operations, and HR
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments in UK, EMEA, and APAC jurisdictions (including Pillar Two/BEPS) and assess impact on the business

Tax Risk Management:

• Support global transfer pricing policies, including local file requirements and ensure intercompany agreements are properly documented
• Identify and assess issues and tax implications across UK, EMEA, and APAC subsidiaries; maintain robust internal controls to ensure compliance and mitigate tax risk
• Manage relationship with tax authorities (i.e., HMRC) and assist with support for tax controversy and audits/examinations

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist with the design and implementation of technology automation initiatives with respect to financial reporting and tax compliance
• Develop a deep understanding of operations and business, building a strong network beyond the tax department
• Support special projects and initiatives, including systems implementation and automation processes
• Support other tax workstreams if needed (e.g., FATCA/CRS)

What We're Looking For

• Significant hands-on tax experience and in-depth understanding of UK, EMEA, and Asia corporate tax gained in-house at a multinational company
• Exceptional technical knowledge of international tax principles
• ACA, CTA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred (or international equivalent)
• Deep expertise in UK corporate tax is essential; strong knowledge of EMEA and APAC tax regimes strongly preferred
• Proven track record managing transfer pricing frameworks in a multi-jurisdictional setting
• Experience supporting new business development and M&A transactions, including due diligence, structuring, and integration
• Background in financial services and/or fintech and understanding of the securities industry and broker-dealer businesses including understanding of financial products is highly desired
• Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills including the ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to work well independently as well as within a team environment with excellent interpersonal skills
• Collaborative working style with cross-functional/business segment teams across geographies

How We Work With You

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This role is based in London and requires a minimum of three days per week in the office. Our client offers competitive compensation packages, company equity, pension, gender-neutral parental leave, and full medical and dental insurance.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the screening process.

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