Group Tax Manager

Location: Luton (2 days working from home)Rate: £550 per day (Umbrella)Contract Length: 6 months

We are seeking an experienced Group Tax Manager to join a UK-listed organisation on an initial 6-month contract. This is a senior role within the Group Tax function, supporting the delivery of corporate and international tax strategy while ensuring compliance across a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment. You will act as a key advisor to senior finance stakeholders, helping shape strategic decisions, manage tax risk, and optimise the Group's overall tax position, while maintaining strong governance and regulatory compliance.

• Support and implement the Group's tax strategy in line with business objectives
• Lead on international tax planning, including cross-border transactions and structuring
• Provide commercially focused tax advice to senior stakeholders
• Oversee Group-wide corporation tax compliance and ensure timely, accurate filings
• Manage international tax obligations and coordinate with local advisors
• Handle HMRC and overseas tax authority audits, enquiries, and disputes
• Monitor global tax developments (including BEPS and Pillar Two) and assess impact
• Lead Group tax reporting under IFRS, including current and deferred tax provisions
• Support financial close, tax forecasting, and statutory reporting requirements
• Maintain and enhance tax governance, risk management, and control frameworks
• Support Board and Audit Committee reporting on tax matters
• Manage and develop a direct report
• Drive process improvements, systems enhancements, and tax transformation initiatives

• Strong technical expertise in UK corporate tax, international tax, and IFRS (IAS 12)
• Experience in a UK-listed or large multinational environment
• Proven track record in tax compliance, reporting, and governance
• Experience dealing with HMRC, auditors, and international tax authorities
• Ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills and sound professional judgement
• Clear communicator able to simplify complex tax matters
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment