Indirect Tax Manager

HFG are currently partnering with a leading international insurer in search for their next Indirect Tax Manager. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a tax professional with strong Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) expertise to contribute within a complex international insurance environment and provide technical guidance across a global organisation.

The Role

You will support the Indirect Tax Senior Manager in delivering IPT technical advice, managing compliance obligations, and supporting internal stakeholders with indirect tax matters. The position involves working closely with finance, underwriting and operational teams, as well as external advisers and tax authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) technical guidance and respond to internal queries.
• Maintain and update tax guidance materials and internal tax information resources.
• Support IPT audits and tax authority enquiries.
• Review and approve UK and international IPT returns and payments.
• Assist with the management of global IPT compliance arrangements.
• Support indirect tax transformation initiatives and special projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders and external advisers.
• Assist in ensuring appropriate risk management and governance relating to premium taxes.

About You

The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge and the ability to communicate complex tax matters clearly to a wide range of stakeholders.

You will ideally have:

• Extensive knowledge of global insurance premium taxes and transaction-based taxes within the insurance sector.
• Experience interpreting tax legislation changes and their business impact.
• Experience engaging with tax authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive and consultative approach with strong relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• ACA, CTA or equivalent qualification preferred, though candidates with relevant experience operating at this level will also be considered.