Tax & Compliance Manager – Fixed-Term Contract

About the role

We are partnering with a well‑established, high‑profile organisation to appoint an experienced Tax & Compliance Manager on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract, with the potential to become permanent. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will own tax compliance, regulatory reporting, treasury administration and financial governance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead VAT, PAYE, P11D and wider tax compliance activities across multiple entities.
• Manage relationships with HMRC, external advisers and regulatory bodies.
• Oversee regulatory reporting and statutory compliance requirements.
• Support treasury activities, banking administration and payment governance.
• Ensure robust financial controls and compliance frameworks are maintained.
• Provide expert tax and compliance advice to finance and non‑finance stakeholders.
• Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on the organisation.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and automation.

Required profile

• ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent qualified.
• Proven experience in a Tax & Compliance, Tax Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT, employment taxes and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and delivering commercial tax guidance.
• Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Confident working in a fast‑paced environment and handling multiple priorities.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP/finance systems.
• Experience in highly regulated environments is advantageous.

Required skills

• Excel
• ERP/finance systems

What we offer

• A collaborative and ambitious organisation where compliance and governance are strategic enablers.