Group Tax Manager - Oil & Gas

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Group Tax Manager to join a highly respected oil & gas organisation in London. This pivotal role places you at the heart of the finance team, where your expertise will shape the tax strategy and compliance framework across multiple jurisdictions. You will be responsible for overseeing both UK and international corporate tax matters, ensuring adherence to complex regulatory requirements, and supporting major M&A activities.

Group Tax Manager

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: London

Keywords: tax compliance, international tax planning, M&A projects, OECD requirements, corporate structuring, IFRS standards, oil and gas sector, team supervision

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Group Tax Manager to join a highly respected oil & gas organisation in London. This pivotal role places you at the heart of the finance team, where your expertise will shape the tax strategy and compliance framework across multiple jurisdictions. You will be responsible for overseeing both UK and international corporate tax matters, ensuring adherence to complex regulatory requirements, and supporting major M&A activities. The organisation is committed to fostering a supportive environment that values collaboration, professional growth, and knowledge sharing. With flexible working opportunities and a culture that encourages continuous learning, this position offers you the chance to make a significant impact while developing your career within a global context.

• Play a key role in shaping the group’s tax strategy and compliance across diverse international markets, including oversight of high-profile M&A projects.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities and a collaborative environment that supports your professional development and values your expertise.
• Join an inclusive team where your ability to communicate complex issues clearly and work closely with colleagues worldwide will be highly valued.

What you'll do:

As Group Tax Manager, you will play an integral part in managing the organisation’s global tax affairs. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include overseeing UK corporate tax processes, leading international compliance efforts, and guiding the group through intricate M&A transactions. You will collaborate with local teams across several countries to ensure consistency in policy application while also providing expert advice on personal taxation for internationally mobile employees. Success in this role requires you to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical solutions that align with business goals. Your ability to anticipate challenges, plan effectively, and communicate clearly will be essential as you help drive the organisation’s strategic objectives forward.

• Oversee and sign off on all aspects of corporate tax for UK-based entities, ensuring full compliance with local regulations and deadlines.
• Manage international corporate tax compliance and planning for the entire group, including adherence to OECD requirements such as Transfer Pricing, Pillar Two, and Country-by-Country reporting.
• Lead the tax due diligence process for mergers and acquisitions, providing expert advice on structuring transactions to optimise outcomes for the group.
• Advise on and implement effective structuring strategies for M&A projects, collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
• Supervise local tax managers based in Brazil, Equatorial Guinea, and Republic of Congo, offering guidance and support to ensure consistent application of group policies.
• Oversee personal tax matters for employees with international contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation in each jurisdiction.
• Summarise complex technical issues into clear, actionable tasks or directions for both finance colleagues and senior management.
• Anticipate future tax risks or opportunities by proactively monitoring changes in legislation or business activity.
• Ensure timely delivery of all key financial inputs and outputs related to tax reporting cycles.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver on corporate strategic objectives through effective tax planning.

What you bring:

To excel as Group Tax Manager, you will bring substantial experience from both corporate settings and professional practice environments. Your background should reflect comprehensive exposure to UK taxation as well as hands-on involvement with cross-border issues affecting multinational groups. Familiarity with IFRS standards is crucial given the complexity of reporting obligations involved. In addition to technical proficiency, your interpersonal skills will enable you to build strong relationships with colleagues around the world—supporting their development while ensuring alignment with group objectives. A history of working within the oil and gas sector will provide valuable context when navigating industry-specific challenges. Above all, your commitment to accuracy, clarity in communication, and proactive approach will set you apart as a trusted advisor within the finance function.

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience within a corporate or tax practice environment, demonstrating deep understanding of both UK and international taxation frameworks.
• Proven track record in UK tax compliance and planning, including expertise in VAT and Corporate Income Tax matters relevant to large organisations.
• Extensive experience in international tax planning covering corporate structuration, intercompany pricing policies, and application of OECD guidelines such as Transfer Pricing.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare or review tax provisions under international accounting standards (IFRS), including deferred tax accounting and disclosure requirements.
• Background in oil and gas upstream operations (Production Sharing Contracts), bringing sector-specific insight into complex fiscal regimes.
• Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail that ensures accuracy in all aspects of accounting and reporting.
• Outstanding communication abilities across verbal, written, and formal presentations; able to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Capacity to summarise detailed technical issues into concise actions or recommendations suitable for non-specialist stakeholders.
• Experience supervising geographically dispersed teams or individuals within an international context is highly desirable.
• Ability to anticipate business needs by proactively identifying potential risks or opportunities within evolving legislative environments.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a leader within the energy sector thanks to its unwavering commitment to operational excellence and employee wellbeing. By joining this team, you become part of a global network that values collaboration across borders while recognising individual contributions. The company fosters an inclusive culture where knowledge sharing is encouraged at every level—ensuring that everyone has access to training opportunities designed to support ongoing professional growth. Flexible working arrangements are available so you can balance your career ambitions with personal commitments. With a reputation for integrity and dependability in everything they do, this employer offers an environment where your expertise is not only recognised but actively nurtured—making it an ideal place for those seeking long-term career progression within a supportive setting.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge as Group Tax Manager and contribute your expertise within a truly global context, we encourage you to apply now.

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