EMEA Tax Manager in Leeds

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

This role will place you at the heart of one of our most dynamic growth regions, ensuring tax compliance across multiple countries whilst supporting our ongoing commercial success. As a key part of the EMEA tax team, you’ll collaborate closely with business partners on new commercial initiatives, become an integral part of the wider EMEA finance function, and work alongside our US tax team to support a seamless global tax operation. The role will act as a key regional tax contact, supporting day-to-day tax matters across the EMEA region.

Responsibilities

• Oversee UK and EMEA direct tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, working closely with external advisors, coordinating local filings, and supporting tax audits and authority queries as required.
• Manage withholding tax (WHT) and trade tax obligations across European jurisdictions, ensuring appropriate processes and controls are in place.
• Prepare and coordinate R&D tax credit claims for HMRC.
• Support the implementation and ongoing operation of the group’s transfer pricing policies across EMEA, including coordination with the global tax team and external advisors.
• Manage tax provisioning and payment processes in the EMEA region, contributing to quarterly and annual global tax provisions for our US-listed group.
• Liaise with indirect tax specialists on VAT and other indirect tax matters impacting EMEA operations.
• Support tax-related projects, including compliance system rollouts, process improvements, and budget management.
• Provide tax input to the business on routine commercial matters and changes impacting the EMEA region.

Requirements

• Qualified tax or accounting professional (e.g., CTA, ACA, ACCA, or local equivalent) with a focus on corporate tax.
• Several years of relevant tax experience, including responsibility for UK and broader European tax matters, ideally gained in a combination of practice and in-house tax or accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK, European, and international tax regulations; exposure to indirect tax is a plus.
• Experience managing external advisors across multiple jurisdictions.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong ability to partner with commercial and finance teams, translating complex tax matters into practical, actionable guidance.
• Comfortable operating in a high-growth, fast-moving environment and working with stakeholders across multiple time zones.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.