Senior Manager - LHH Recruitment Solutions

A leading UK-based business is seeking a highly capable and experienced Group Tax Manager to take ownership of its tax affairs across the group. This is a pivotal role within the finance function, offering the opportunity to shape tax strategy, ensure compliance, and provide expert guidance across a range of tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of direct and indirect taxation: corporation tax, VAT, employment taxes, and customs duties.
• Oversee accurate preparation and review of tax returns and accounting entries.
• Enhance tax processes and systems to meet evolving regulatory requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison with HMRC, managing relationships and resolving enquiries.
• Provide tax input into regulatory returns and assess legislative impacts.
• Identify tax planning opportunities aligned with corporate policy and risk appetite.
• Monitor tax developments and communicate implications across the business.
• Support projects and transactions with commercially focused tax advice.
• Manage tax risks related to M&A and investment activity in collaboration with finance, treasury, and legal teams.

Hybrid Working: 1-2 days office per week.

About You

• CTA or ACA qualified with significant post‑qualification experience.
• Background in‑house within a large group or from a professional services firm (Big 4 experience a plus).
• Strong technical knowledge of UK corporate tax, VAT, and employment taxes.
• Proven ability to manage tax compliance and advisory in complex environments.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Experienced in working with HMRC and external advisors.
• Commercially astute, proactive, and process improvement focused.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Human Resources Services