HAYS
London
Full Time
Contract
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