Manager, Direct Tax

About the role

Our client is seeking an experienced Direct Tax Manager to join the Finance team in London. The role will own a broad range of UK and international direct tax matters, supporting the organisation and the wider insurance market through technical projects, compliance and advisory activities.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review UK corporation tax computations and returns.
• Provide technical input on direct tax matters, including transfer pricing.
• Lead technical tax analysis and support business projects.
• Advise internal stakeholders and overseas offices on direct tax issues.
• Support tax compliance across UK and international operations.
• Manage tax risk and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Act as the subject matter expert for direct tax across the business.

Required profile

• ACA, CTA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification.
• Strong UK corporation tax compliance and reporting experience.
• Knowledge of UK and international direct tax legislation.
• Experience within insurance or financial services is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, commercially minded and able to manage multiple priorities.

Required skills

• UK corporation tax compliance
• Transfer pricing
• Direct tax legislation
• Tax risk management