EMEA Tax Specialist

About the role

The EMEA Tax Specialist will join the Europe Finance Team of Flight Centre (UK) Limited, managing tax compliance for the group’s companies and branches across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Reporting to the EMEA Senior Tax Manager, the role works closely with local finance teams and the Global Tax team in Australia, and includes travel to internal conferences in London and to EMEA offices.

Key responsibilities

• Hands‑on management of tax compliance functions for FCTG entities in the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, Scandinavia, Germany, France, Switzerland, Spain, UAE, Saudi Arabia and South Africa.
• Coordinate with local finance resources to ensure timely filing and reporting of corporate tax and VAT.
• Liaise with HMRC and maintain the relationship with the UK tax authority.
• Collaborate with the Global Tax team on transfer‑pricing, tax strategy and risk‑management matters.
• Attend internal conferences, “downloads” and “buzz nights” in London and travel ad‑hoc to EMEA offices as required.

Required profile

• ACA or CTA qualified with 0‑3 years post‑qualification experience in an in‑house corporate or indirect tax role or a reputable professional services firm.
• Demonstrable UK tax experience, including VAT.
• Travel‑industry experience is advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential; exposure to tax‑provisioning software is beneficial.
• Willingness to travel for meetings and conferences.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• Tax provisioning software (exposure)

What we offer

• Exclusive travel discounts through the company’s in‑house travel team.
• Career development opportunities within a global organisation spanning 30+ brands.