UK Tax Manager


Company 

HAYS

Location 

London

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Contract

Salary 

Job Requirements/Description
End to end compliance UK Tax Manager European food producer

Your new company

This client is a leading food producer across Europe, bringing the best production to the UK market. Supported by their extensive network of specialist plants, they provide the manufacturing capacity and supply chain security required by medium and large-scale partners. They are looking for a UK Tax Manager to ensure compliance with regulations and manage all tax aspects of their UK operations. The role is 3 days a week in the office.
Your new role

As the new UK Tax Manager, you will report to the Board of Directors and will be expected to have key interactions with the Finance Director and CFO. Overseeing and ensuring compliance with all aspects of the UK tax regime. This role will involve the end-to-end management of tax processes, ensuring strong controls and reporting mechanisms are in place while optimising the company's tax position.
Some responsibilities will include:

• Support global tax reporting, including provisions, deferred tax, and IFRS alignment during audits
• Assist with international compliance (e.g. Country-by-Country Reporting, Pillar Two)
• Advise on tax implications of group structures and transactions
• Partner with internal teams, auditors, and advisors across jurisdictions

UK Tax
• Prepare corporation tax returns, provisions, and deferred tax calculations
• Identify tax efficiencies and ensure regulatory compliance

Indirect & Withholding Taxes
• Manage VAT filings, compliance, and advisory across the business
• Oversee withholding tax application, treaty use, and reclaims

Governance & Process
• Monitor legislative changes and maintain tax controls
• Support audits, tax authority queries, and process improvements
What you'll need to succeed

  • High proficiency in MS Excel
  • Strong technical expertise
  • Detail orientated and proactive
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Ability to work with large sets of data
  • Maintaining compliance in a dynamic regulatory environment
  • Knowledge of international tax accounting
  • Reporting under IFRS
  • What you'll get in return

    You will receive a competitive day rate and a hybrid policy of 3 days a week in the London office.
    What you need to do now
    If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
    If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
    Company 

    HAYS

    Location 

    London

    Employment Hours 

    Full Time

    Employment Type 

    Contract

    Salary 

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