EMEA Corporate Tax Lead (Glasgow)

Salary: £competitive + Bonus + Benefits | Hybrid Working. A leading global organization with a major presence in Glasgow is seeking an accomplished Corporate Tax Leader to join its EMEA Tax function. This senior, strategic role oversees multi‑jurisdictional compliance, reporting and advisory activity across a broad European footprint. If you thrive at scale, enjoy complex problem‑solving, and want to shape a high‑performing tax team, this is a role that rarely comes to market.

The Opportunity

You’ll join a well‑established EMEA Corporate Tax team operating across multiple European hubs, supporting about 200 entities in more than 25 jurisdictions. As Lead you’ll take ownership of a significant portfolio while leading a talented team of 12, ensuring delivery of high‑quality tax outputs and continuous improvement across processes and controls.

What You'll Lead

• Oversight of UK and EMEA corporate tax compliance, payments, forecasts, provisioning and reporting.
• Leadership of a 12‑person team, developing capability, performance and succession.
• Responses to tax authorities and audit enquiries.
• Technical research and input into wider tax projects and operational model changes.
• Collaboration with external advisors, auditors and global tax colleagues.
• Process enhancement and innovation across the tax compliance and reporting cycle.
• Building strong relationships with senior internal stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.

What You Bring

• CTA, CA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent qualification, or extensive relevant experience.
• Proven experience leading and motivating a tax team in‑house or in practice to deliver complex outputs at pace.
• Strong technical grounding in corporate tax compliance and reporting.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and communicate complex technical rules clearly.
• A track record of managing demanding portfolios and meeting tight deadlines.
• Confidence to challenge existing processes and drive improvements.
• Outstanding stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills.

Why This Role?

• Senior influence within a highly visible EMEA‑wide tax function.
• Large, complex international remit—ideal for someone who wants to stretch their capability.
• Excellent progression prospects and world‑class internal training.
• Hybrid working, modern offices and a genuinely supportive, collaborative culture.
• Competitive package including bonus and extensive benefits.

Apply now or contact Stuart Ringland at stuart@lusona.co.uk to arrange a confidential chat.