Head of Tax in Birkenhead

My client, a long-standing and highly-reputable North West institution, are looking to hire a Head of Tax to join their Liverpool head office. The Head of Tax will lead the tax compliance and advisory functions, ensuring the highest standards of adherence to UK and international tax legislation. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role within a vibrant community, where your expertise will shape strategic financial planning and drive the development of tax-efficient practices across a diverse portfolio of activities. You will be at the heart of a supportive and inclusive environment that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth. With hybrid working arrangements and access to outstanding facilities, this role offers you the flexibility to balance your career ambitions with personal commitments while making a meaningful impact on the organisation's future.

What you'll do:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive tax strategy that aligns with organisational financial and operational objectives, ensuring robust governance across all entities.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on the tax implications of strategic initiatives such as international expansion, capital projects, and commercial ventures.
• Lead the creation and rollout of tax policies and procedures throughout the organisation and its subsidiaries, fostering best practice adoption.
• Ensure full compliance with UK and international tax legislation including VAT, corporation tax, PAYE/NIC, customs duties, and oversee all statutory filings.
• Manage responses to audits and enquiries from HMRC or other authorities, maintaining accurate records and timely communication.
• Maintain an up-to-date group Tax risk register, implementing mitigation strategies and escalating risks appropriately within the organisation.
• Offer specialist guidance on complex transactions including research collaborations, property developments, spin-outs, overseas operations, procurement processes, HR matters, and funding arrangements.
• Support continuous improvement by enhancing systems for accuracy in tax data management (including ERP systems), mapping key processes, documenting procedures, and developing training materials.
• Oversee the maintenance of accessible tax-related content on internal platforms to promote staff understanding and compliance.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing tax team by setting clear objectives, managing performance reviews, supporting professional growth initiatives, and fostering a culture of service excellence.

What you bring:

• Extensive experience in tax advisory and compliance within large or complex organisations, with proven success managing multifaceted projects.
• In-depth knowledge of UK tax legislation including VAT, corporation tax, employment taxes; familiarity with international taxation is highly desirable.
• Recognised accountancy or tax qualification (CTA or CCAB) alongside degree-level education (or equivalent); minimum three years post-qualification experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively by setting clear goals, providing constructive feedback, supporting professional development initiatives, and promoting collaborative working environments.
• Exceptional analytical skills enabling you to interpret complex financial data accurately while identifying risks or opportunities for process improvements.
• Excellent administrative abilities with strong organisational skills allowing you to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines without compromising quality or attention to detail.
• Outstanding written communication skills-capable of presenting intricate financial information clearly to both technical audiences and non-specialists alike-and confident presentation delivery.
• High level of IT literacy including advanced use of spreadsheets/databases; experience using ERP systems (such as Unit4) for financial analysis/reporting is advantageous.
• Proven stakeholder management skills: able to engage constructively across organisational boundaries while influencing outcomes through empathy rather than authority alone.
• Personal attributes include being approachable, enthusiastic about varied work challenges outside your comfort zone when needed; demonstrating integrity/discretion in handling confidential matters; showing commercial awareness aligned with strategic objectives.

To apply, please get in touch today!