Overview
As Tax Manager you will own key UK tax activities and deliver accurate compliance while advising on commercial tax issues in a fast-moving environment. You will partner with the Head of Tax and other teams to manage advisory projects, audits, and process improvements. The role sits in a small tax team within Finance and involves working with external advisors and stakeholders. You will shape tax strategy, automate processes, and support group reporting and audits. This is a chance to influence tax decisions at scale within a growing digital insurer.
Pay / Benefits
- Flexible hybrid working
- Competitive bonus scheme
- Private medical insurance (PMI)
- Life assurance and pension contributions
- Discounts and wellbeing support
- 27 days leave + bank holidays
Responsibilities
- Lead UK corporate tax compliance including returns, payments, Pillar II, R&D credits, and interest limitation calculations
- Handle tax advisory projects with the Head of Tax and external advisors (transfer pricing, permanent establishment, CFCs, financing, restructurings)
- Manage tax authority inquiries and mitigation of tax risks
- Drive continuous improvement and automation of tax processes (leveraging Workday Financials and Copilot)
- Prepare tax numbers and disclosures for quarterly group reporting and annual statutory accounts; coordinate with auditors
- Oversee and develop the tax graduate through delegation, coaching and supervision
Key requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication to explain complex tax issues to non-tax professionals
- Curious and commercial mindset with data analysis ability
- Proactive, continuous improvement mindset with delivery focus
- Results-driven with ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
- Strong teamwork and collaboration yet capable of independent work
- Good knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- UK corporate tax legislation
- Transfer pricing
- Pillar II calculations
Tax Manager in London employer: Hastings Direct
Hastings Direct is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly within our Telematics Data Value team. We offer competitive benefits, continuous professional development opportunities, and a commitment to employee growth, all while being located in a vibrant area that encourages creativity and teamwork. Join us to make a meaningful impact on pricing strategies and customer outcomes in a supportive environment.
