Head of Tax Transformation

The Liberty International Insurance Tax Department is comprised of a dynamic team of tax professionals managing international tax matters and compliance processes as well supporting other internal functions and businesses across the LII network across the globe.

Reporting to the LII International Tax Director, the Head of Tax Transformation will play a critical role in shaping the future of the LII tax function, driving significant change initiatives across tax function operating model. This role will be instrumental in ensuring the successful integration of tax requirements into a new general ledger program (One GL) and leading the evolution of the tax operating model, with a strong focus on automation through AI and robust tax risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

General Ledger Implementation:

Act as the primary tax subject matter expert and lead for the SAP One GL implementation project, ensuring all LII tax requirements (direct and indirect) are accurately captured, designed, tested, and implemented within the new system.

Collaborate closely with the wider tax team, finance transformation team, IT, and external vendors to translate tax technical requirements into system functionalities.

Review and validate data mapping, system configurations, and reporting outputs to ensure compliance with LII tax requirements and internal policies.

Develop and deliver training to the tax team and broader finance stakeholders on tax-related aspects of One GL where relevant.

Working closely with the Tax Leadership Team to drive the assessment, design, and implementation of an optimized LII tax operating model, identifying opportunities for data improvements, process efficiencies and control enhancements.

Initiate and deliver solutions to enable delivery of data, process and controls improvements using latest technologies and methodologies.

Champion the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies to automate tax compliance, reporting, and data analysis processes.

Conduct feasibility studies and pilot projects for AI-driven tax solutions, working with internal teams or external providers.

Utilize the internal large language model (Liberty GPT) or external providers’ models where relevant.

Develop and embed new ways of working within the tax function, promoting a culture of curiosity, continuous improvement and innovation.

Stakeholder Management & Leadership:

Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders across Finance, IT, Operations, Risk, and Legal and the US Corporate Tax Team.

Liaise effectively with external advisors, software vendors, and tax authorities.

Mentor and support junior members of the tax team in understanding change management principles and new technologies.

Communicate complex tax and technical concepts clearly and concisely to non-tax audiences.

Skills and Experience:

Professional Qualification: CTA, ACA, or equivalent professional qualification with a strong focus on UK tax.

Significant post-qualified experience in UK corporate and international tax, preferably within the insurance sector or a large multinational company.

Demonstrable experience in leading or playing a key role in tax technology or finance transformation projects (e.g., ERP implementations, tax engine deployment).

Proven understanding of the tax implications of general ledger and financial reporting systems.

Experience in developing and implementing tax process improvements and controls.

Strong understanding of tax risk management principles and frameworks (e.g., SAO, CCO).

Proficient understanding of direct and indirect tax legislation relevant to insurance companies.

Familiarity with tax accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, FRS 102).

Experience with financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and an understanding of data models and flows.

A keen interest in and conceptual understanding of AI/Machine Learning applications in a tax context.

Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Exceptional communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders at all levels.

Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

About Liberty Specialty Markets (LSM)

Liberty Specialty Markets is part of Global Risk Solutions and the broader Liberty Mutual Insurance Group, which is a leading global insurer. We offer a breadth of world-class insurance and reinsurance services to brokers and insureds in all major markets.

Our people are key to our success. That is why \”Put People First\” is one of the five Liberty values which unite us as a global organisation. We bring this to life for our colleagues through:

Offering a vibrant and inclusive environment and committing to their career development.

Promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). OurInclusion Matters frameworkand employee-led networks strengthen the diversity of our workforce and our inclusive environment.

Reinforcing that collaborating together to share our unique perspectives help us make better decisions, deliver innovative solutions and pursue our ambitious goals.

A supportive culture, which includes promoting a healthy work-life balance and working flexibly.

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