UK Direct Tax Specialist in London

We are seeking an experienced UK Tax Controller to manage our UK direct tax compliance and reporting processes (quarterly and statutory) during a critical period of change. The successful candidate will take ownership of the day-to-day management of our outsourced UK tax compliance function while supporting three key strategic initiatives: the transition to a new Big 4 service provider, the local implementation of BEPS Pillar 2 requirements, and the enhancement of our tax operating model and governance framework. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact during a transformational period for the tax function.

Key objectives critical to success:

• Manage the UK direct tax compliance and reporting processes with our outsourced Big 4 provider and external auditor
• Oversee the transition to our new Big 4 service provider, ensuring continuity of service and quality
• Review and enhance tax operating model and governance frameworks
• Support the local implementation of BEPS Pillar 2 requirements, working closely with the global tax team
• Provide technical support and advice on UK direct tax matters to the business
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of UK corporate tax returns and computations
• Manage relationships with HMRC and handle any tax enquiries or disputes
• Support quarterly and annual tax provisioning processes
• Review and approve tax calculations and supporting documentation
• Collaborate with global tax colleagues on cross-border tax matters and international tax initiatives
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and documentation updates
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and technical research as required

Skills, experience, qualifications and knowledge required:

Essential:

• Significant UK direct tax experience, preferably within financial services
• Strong understanding of tax operating models and governance frameworks
• Experience managing outsourced tax compliance relationships with Big 4 firms
• Relevant professional qualification (ACA/CTA or equivalent)
• Familiarity with IFRS and US GAAP
• Proven ability to manage complex tax compliance processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with tax technology and process improvement
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Experience working with global tax teams and cross-border coordination

Desirable:

• Experience with service provider transitions
• Knowledge of investment banking and capital markets tax issues
• Project management experience
• Previous involvement in international tax reform implementation

Diversity & Inclusion: Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to ensuring we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome all applications and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity and gender expression, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.