Head of Indirect Tax - London, UK

Are you ready to shape the global indirect tax agenda?

We have a great opportunity for a senior leader to join a London-based team at Partner level, taking ownership of the organisation’s global indirect tax strategy, working with direct visibility to the CFO and executive leadership team.

This is a top-tier position with worldwide influence, requiring a leader who combines deep technical expertise with strategic vision, commercial acumen, and exceptional leadership skills.

What we can offer you
● Competitive salary,
● Flexible working arrangements,
● Comprehensive awards package covering health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions,
● Support and feedback from colleagues who want to help you build and progress your career,
● Career development opportunities to gain new skills and progress your career,
● The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that suits you.

Your responsibilities as the Head of Indirect Tax
This senior role offers the opportunity to define and lead the global indirect tax strategy for Financial Services, directly influencing commercial decision-making, regulatory positioning, and international expansion.You will represent the firm with regulators and industry bodies, shape tax policy, and deliver proactive planning across VAT, GST, customs, and emerging regimes.

Your key responsibilities include ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions, driving consistency in global frameworks, and embedding risk management into governance. You will also build and mentor a high-performing global tax team while championing innovation and technology in tax processes.

Requirements
We are seeking a highly experienced Qualified Tax Professional (CTA, ATT, or international equivalent) with over 12 years of senior leadership experience in indirect tax within financial services. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of influencing at Executive Committee and Board level, with the credibility to engage confidently with regulators and senior policymakers.

You will bring deep technical expertise across global indirect tax regimes, with specialist knowledge of Financial Services related issues such as VAT on financial instruments, cross-border supply of services, and the evolving digital economy. In addition, you will be recognised for your experience in tax policy engagement, with the ability to both shape and respond effectively to developments in this space.

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