Corporate Tax Manager

Leeds Permanent £75,000 - £85,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an exceptional Tax Manager to join one of the UK's largest retailers in a strategic advisory capacity. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on business decisions while working alongside the Head of Tax in a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment.
  • Attractive salary & benefits package
  • Hybrid working

About Our Client

A well known and established retailer known its national presence.

Job Description

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Tax Advisory

  • Provide expert tax advice and guidance to senior stakeholders across all business divisions
  • Influence and inform critical business decisions through comprehensive tax analysis
  • Support major commercial transactions with specialized transaction tax expertise
  • Lead cross-functional projects that require deep tax knowledge and business acumen



Technical Tax Management

  • Oversee Research & Development (R&D) tax credit processes, ensuring optimal claim preparation and submission
  • Manage and coordinate responses to HMRC enquiries, maintaining strong regulatory relationships
  • Provide sophisticated Transfer Pricing analysis and documentation support
  • Deliver expert guidance on complex financing structures and their tax implications
  • Ensure robust tax compliance across all jurisdictions, including accurate tax accounting under IFRS standards



Business Partnership & Development

  • Collaborate extensively with commercial teams to understand evolving business models
  • Monitor and interpret changing tax legislation, assessing impact on business operations
  • Develop and maintain tax policies and procedures that support business growth
  • Build strong working relationships across the retail environment, from supply chain to customer-facing operations



Compliance & Risk Management

  • Prepare accurate corporation tax computations and statutory account disclosures
  • Maintain comprehensive tax records and documentation standards
  • Identify and mitigate tax risks while optimizing the company's tax position
  • Ensure adherence to all relevant tax regulations and reporting requirements



The Successful Applicant

Professional Qualifications

  • ACA (Associate Chartered Accountant) or CTA (Chartered Tax Adviser) qualification required
  • Current practicing certificate preferred



Technical Expertise

  • Extensive corporate tax background with demonstrable experience in complex tax environments
  • Proven track record in preparing corporation tax computations and statutory tax disclosures
  • Strong knowledge of UK tax legislation and international tax principles
  • Experience with tax technology and systems implementation



Skills & Competencies

  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Outstanding communication skills with ability to explain complex tax matters to non-tax professionals
  • Strong project management abilities with experience leading cross-functional initiatives
  • Commercial acumen with understanding of retail business dynamics
  • Proactive approach to identifying opportunities and managing risk

What's on Offer

  • Salary of up to £85000 DOE
  • For 100% performance 30% discretionary bonus ​
  • Cash car allowance - £8k ​
  • Private Medical Insurance (AVIVA) ​​
  • Company pension 1.5 times colleagues' contribution (Max 15%)​
  • 15% colleague discount ​​
  • Free parking ​- subject to available spaces​
  • Cycle to work scheme ​​
  • 26 days holiday + customary Bank Holidays
  • Hybrid working
Contact
Victoria Bostock
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6758478
Phone number
441512553792

Job summary

Job function
Tax
Subsector
Tax In House
Sector
Retail
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victoria Bostock
Consultant phone
441512553792
Job reference
JN-062025-6758478