International Tax Manager - FTSE business - Knutsford

Your new company

This is an opportunity to join a leading provider of marine engineering services. FTSE-listed with a market cap of £118m and revenue reaching £440m, the company has offices located around the world and a rich heritage operating in defence, including the design, construction, and operation of submarines, renewable energy, marine and offshore oil services, shipping and specialist technical services.

Your new role

In your new role as International Tax Manager, you will be overseeing and managing cross-border tax risks, supporting entry into new tax jurisdictions, and ensuring
compliance with global transfer pricing regulations. You will work closely with the Head of Tax to drive strategic tax initiatives and optimise the group's global tax position.
This role is crucial for ensuring that the company navigates the complexities of international tax laws effectively as the group strengthens its businesses overseas and remains compliant while optimising tax efficiency.

* Identify, analyse, and mitigate cross-border tax risks, ensuring compliance with international tax laws and regulations.
* Provide tax advisory support on entering new tax jurisdictions, including evaluating tax implications, structuring considerations, and liaising with external tax advisors and local authorities.
* Oversee the group's transfer pricing policies, ensuring adherence to OECD guidelines and local country regulations.
* Support the Tax Reporting and Compliance Manager in global tax compliance, ensuring accurate and timely filing of tax returns, tax provision calculations, and reporting obligations.
* Assist in the development and implementation of international tax strategies to enhance operational efficiencies and manage tax costs.
* Support the Head of Tax in broader tax-related projects, including tax audits, M&A activities, and tax technology improvements.

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in international taxation, transfer pricing, and cross-border tax structuring.

* Professional tax qualification (CTA, CPA, ACA, or equivalent certification) preferred.
* Proven experience and in-depth knowledge of cross-border tax issues and transfer pricing
* Strong knowledge of OECD guidelines, BEPS framework, and global tax regulations.
* Proven experience in managing transfer pricing policies and documentation.
* Hands-on experience with tax compliance and reporting requirements in multiple jurisdictions.
* Ability to assess and navigate complex international tax matters and provide practical solutions.

What you'll get in return

The role will be predominantly remote with some travel and occasional office presence in Knutsford. Salary would be dependent upon experience with a 10% bonus and car allowance. Other benefits include:

* Cycle to work scheme
* Life assurance - 2.5x base salary
* 25 days holidays plus 8 BH
* Pension contributions matched to up to 7.5%
* Private Medical Insurance

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Justin Hopkins on 0161 237 3388 to discuss this in more detail.
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