A leading UK bank is seeking an outstanding Head of Tax to lead its tax function and shape the strategic direction of the organisation’s tax agenda. This is a highly visible leadership role with influence across the Executive Committee and responsibility for maintaining a strong, collaborative relationship with HMRC.
A leading UK bank is seeking an outstanding Head of Tax to lead its tax function and shape the strategic direction of the organisation’s tax agenda. This is a highly visible leadership role with influence across the Executive Committee and responsibility for maintaining a strong, collaborative relationship with HMRC.
The Role
As Head of Tax, you will:
• Lead and develop a senior, high‑performing tax team across all areas of UK taxation
• Advise the CFO, ExCo and Board on tax strategy, risk, governance and regulatory developments
• Oversee corporate tax, operational taxes, VAT, transfer pricing and tax reporting
• Drive a proactive approach to tax risk management and ensure a robust control environment
• Represent the bank in key engagements with HMRC, industry bodies and external advisers
• Provide commercial, solutions‑focused tax input into strategic projects, transactions and product initiatives
Experience Required
• Extensive UK corporate tax experience gained within a major bank or large, complex financial services group
• Proven leadership of a senior tax team, with the gravitas to set direction and influence at executive level
• Strong track record of advising C‑suite and Board stakeholders on tax strategy, risk and governance
• Deep understanding of banking products, capital, regulatory frameworks and the tax technical issues relevant to a UK‑regulated bank
• Demonstrable experience managing HMRC relationship strategy, including resolving complex matters and negotiating positions
• Broad technical capability across corporate tax, operational taxes, VAT, transfer pricing and tax reporting
• Experience operating in a highly regulated environment with a strong focus on risk management and controls
• Professional qualification (CTA, ACA or equivalent) preferred
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