Indirect Tax Manager, 1 year FTC

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life‑changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient‑focused and science‑driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide.

Jazz Pharmaceuticals Tax Department is seeking a European Indirect Tax Manager to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Executive Director of tax, this role will manage the companies indirect tax compliance and reporting obligations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to local VAT/GST regulations and company policies. We are looking for a detail‑oriented professional with strong technical expertise, committed to process improvement, risk management, and operational excellence in managing indirect tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Manage the company’s indirect tax compliance and reporting obligations, ensuring adherence to local VAT laws and company policies.
• Support indirect tax audits in order to achieve timely resolution and enhancing audit procedures.
• Monitor international legislative and regulatory changes that may impact Jazz.
• Drive operational excellence through process improvements and technology driven initiatives.
• Review and provide guidance on customer and supplier contracts from an indirect tax perspective.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues in the tax team while fostering best practices.
• Support regular training sessions on VAT updates, associated risks, and their implications.
• Support the implementation of system and process updates to address new compliance requirements.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify and communicate tax implications of business operations.
• Support M&A activities, including post‑acquisition tax integration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong understanding of VAT principles and indirect tax compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Detail oriented self‑starter with ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written, oral, analytical and presentation skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex tax concepts in a clear and understandable manner to business stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with SAP and PwC’s ITX Edge tool desirable.

Required/Preferred Education And Licenses

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CTA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience in VAT or indirect tax, preferably in a multinational setting or a tax advisory firm.
• People management experience.

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation.