35 Taxation jobs in the United Kingdom
Director Taxation

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At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.
Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
American Express ("AXP") is looking for a colleague who will ambitiously own and manage Indirect Tax Advisory responsibilities in EMEA. The role will provide best in class tax support to various business lines and other critical stakeholders of the corporation. This is an advisory and controversy focused role working closely with the wider regional tax and finance organization and reporting to VP-Taxes, EMEA region located in London.
**How will you make an impact in this role?**
In the capacity of Indirect Tax director, you will act as trusted advisor to the business and wider stakeholders in the region, as well as AXP Global Tax Organization. The role is VAT/ wider indirect tax advisory focused, ensuring strong and appropriate tax strategies are implemented, engage in proactive advocacy, audit management and interaction with internal and external interest groups.
**Core responsibilities include:**
+ **Lead VAT and indirect tax advisory for the region:** Provide practical UK and EU VAT advice to the enterprise.Ensure stakeholders understand tax positions. Proactively participate in business initiatives and other projects to drive tax efficiency.
+ **Manage Tax Authority audits on indirect tax returns and positions:** Oversee indirect tax audits ensuring appropriate positions are taken. Lead dispute resolution including associated litigation, and manage any associated third-party advisors.
+ **Engage in tax landscape monitoring and advocacy:** Take a lead in identifying, understanding and communicating UK and EU legislative and case law developments.Communicate any resulting potential tax position changes. Actively participate in lobbying efforts.
+ **Provide leadership and collaboration:** Guide and support the development of direct report(s). Collaborate with regional and global tax teams. Develop and maintain a network within the wider organisation and other business functions.Ensure smooth business knowledge sharing within the Global Tax organisation. Support tax process improvements and governance, including digital transformation opportunities.
**Qualifications Required:**
+ Extensive high quality, impactful post-qualification indirect tax experience gained in a reputable professional environment and/or large multinational corporate environment.
+ Proven multi-jurisdictional understanding of relevant indirect tax rules and an appreciation of emerging legislation impacting the EMEA region.
+ Hold a relevant professional qualification (i.e., accounting, legal and/or tax).
+ Must be highly analytical and be able to creatively apply tax rules to business situations to achieve positive results, while ensuring full compliance with applicable laws.
+ A strong, proactive and collaborative leader with good teamwork, partnership & negotiation skills.
+ Must be a self-starter with high integrity and ethics. Can work independently with high effectiveness, diligence and speed of actions.
+ Clear communication skills, including proven ability to distill and explain highly technical issues to diverse audience.
+ Proven relationship builder across functions, levels, and world zones; exudes a true, collaborative orientation.
+ Business level English language skills required.
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the UK is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
**Qualifications**
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
+ Competitive base salaries
+ Bonus incentives
+ Support for financial-well-being and retirement
+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
+ Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
+ Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
+ Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
+ Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
+ Career development and training opportunities
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
**Job:** Finance
**Primary Location:** United Kingdom-London-London
**Schedule** Full-time
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Taxation Senior
Posted 97 days ago
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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-standing and respected practice that delivers high-quality, personalised services to a portfolio of self-employed professionals. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, working closely with both clients and colleagues.
The RoleYou’ll take full ownership of your own client portfolio. Responsibilities include:
Managing a portfolio of self-employed professionals
Preparing Income & Expenditure accounts from varied sources (e.g. salary, rental income)
Completing personal tax returns and HMRC submissions
Carrying out pension tax calculations and advising on pension tax issues (full training provided)
Delivering ad hoc tax advice when required
Building strong, long-term relationships with clients and internal teams
RequirementsWhat We’re Looking ForPrevious experience in a UK accountancy practice is essential
A qualification such as ACCA, ACA, ATT, or CTA is desirable (or qualified by experience/time-barred)
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
A proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment
BenefitsWhat’s in It for You?Competitive salary (DOE)
Pension scheme, PHI, and specialist training
Hybrid and flexible working options
A supportive team environment with high-quality technical training
Comfortable, well-equipped office space
If you are interested in this opportunity, please do not hesitate to get in contact with Mark Sitton, Senior Recruitment Consultant for a confidential conversation.Main Telephone: Mobile: Email: : LinkedIn Refer a friend.We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South-East so if your friends, family, or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them. For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give up to £500 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply).Local Taxation Manager
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All about the Role
The Revenues and Benefits Service has a vital role in the billing, collection and recovery of Council Tax, Business Rates and Sundry Debt
We currently have an opportunity to join our team as the Local Taxation Manager, reporting to the Head of Shared Transactional Services.
You will managed and lead your team leaders to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective Council Tax, Business Rates and Sundry Debt administration and collection.
In addition to organising and managing three team leaders, you will take a lead on the technical and complex aspects related to the provision of local taxation services to customers.
What you will need to do the role:
This role requires the ideal candidate to have significant experience in working within a Council Tax and Business Rates department, ideally using the MRI One Revs and Bens (Academy) system. Alternative relevant experience on other equivalent local taxation systems will be considered.
Ideally you will also have experience and competency in the use of and demonstrable supervisory experience delivering local taxation services to customers, including knowledge and experience of Sundry Debt recovery and enforcement processes.
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of a DBS check obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All about our Benefits
We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme:
- Access to a range of benefits via Vivup, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes
- Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata)
- Access to car lease scheme
- Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings
- Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth
- Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day
- Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network
- Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards
All about our Commitments
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success.
We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact (url removed) we will work with you to meet your needs.
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Basic Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Local Taxation Manager
Posted 3 days ago
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All about the Role
The Revenues and Benefits Service has a vital role in the billing, collection and recovery of Council Tax, Business Rates and Sundry Debt
We currently have an opportunity to join our team as the Local Taxation Manager, reporting to the Head of Shared Transactional Services.
You will managed and lead your team leaders to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective Council Tax, Business Rates and Sundry Debt administration and collection.
In addition to organising and managing three team leaders, you will take a lead on the technical and complex aspects related to the provision of local taxation services to customers.
What you will need to do the role:
This role requires the ideal candidate to have significant experience in working within a Council Tax and Business Rates department, ideally using the MRI One Revs and Bens (Academy) system. Alternative relevant experience on other equivalent local taxation systems will be considered.
Ideally you will also have experience and competency in the use of and demonstrable supervisory experience delivering local taxation services to customers, including knowledge and experience of Sundry Debt recovery and enforcement processes.
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of a DBS check obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All about our Benefits
We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme:
- Access to a range of benefits via Vivup, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes
- Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata)
- Access to car lease scheme
- Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings
- Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth
- Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day
- Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network
- Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards
All about our Commitments
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success.
We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact (url removed) we will work with you to meet your needs.
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Basic Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Senior Associate: Tax Planning Solicitor
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Legal Partner: Estate & Tax Planning
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Associate Solicitor: Estate & Tax Planning
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Legal Partner: Estate & Tax Planning
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Estate & Tax Planning | Partner | Tunbridge Wells | Competitive Salary
Are you a highly experienced Estate and Tax Planning lawyer? If you’re nearing Partner level, this could be the ideal role for you to further your career in Kent.
This renowned firm is after an experienced solicitor, with particular experience in tax planning, who could benefit from injecting some variety into their career in the form of a shiny new position within a first-tier-ranked team in Tunbridge Wells.
This Estate and Tax Planning Partner role will encompass the process of tax planning; supporting high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients with complex assets, some of which have international elements. Your role will be to help loyal clients future-proof and minimise tax liabilities with the use of appropriate structures, while bringing in your own clients, too.
For this Estate and Tax Planning Partner role, you will ideally have:
- At least 8 years of post-qualification experience (as a UK-qualified Solicitor or legal executive).
- Proven experience within Private Client law, with a particular focus on pre-death matters (ideally tax planning).
We recognise there are several options in terms of legal qualification, from Solicitor to Legal Executive (CILEx) . If you have a keen interest in this area and relevant experience, we encourage you to get in touch.
This firm is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Please get in touch if you have any questions concerning reasonable adjustments or diversity practices .
Contact the Legal Team—Hayley Rose or Chloë —at Harvey John for more information about this Tax Planning Partner job in Kent.
Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.
Senior Associate: Tax Planning Solicitor
Posted 11 days ago
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Tax Planning | Senior Associate Solicitor | Tunbridge Wells | 60-70k
Join this prestigious regional firm as the newest Senior Associate Solicitor in their Estates & Tax Planning team, based in Tunbridge Wells.
They’re after an experienced solicitor, with particular experience in tax planning, who could benefit from injecting some variety into their career in the form of a shiny new position within a first-tier ranked team. They are also open to an experienced private client lawyer who is considering specialising further into this sphere of the law.
This Senior Associate Solicitor role will encompass the process of tax planning; supporting high and ultra-high net worth clients with complex assets, some of which have international elements. Your role will be to help loyal clients future proof and minimise tax liabilities with the use of appropriate structures, while bringing in your own clients, too.
For this Senior Associate Solicitor role, you will ideally have:
- At least 6 years of post-qualification experience (as a UK-qualified Solicitor or legal executive).
- Proven experience within Private Client law, with a particular focus on pre-death matters (ideally tax planning).
We recognise there are several options in terms of legal qualification, from Solicitor to Legal Executive (CILEx) . If you have a keen interest in this area and relevant experience, we encourage you to get in touch.
This firm is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Please get in touch if you have any questions concerning reasonable adjustments or diversity practices .
Contact the Legal Team—Hayley Rose or Chloë —at Harvey John for more information about this Tax Planning Senior Associate Solicitor job in Kent.
Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only, and was set by the agency. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of their diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.
Associate Solicitor: Estate & Tax Planning
Posted 11 days ago
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Estate & Tax Planning | Associate Solicitor | Tunbridge Wells | 55k+ (DOE)
Join this prestigious regional firm as the newest Associate Solicitor in their Estates & Tax Planning team, based in Tunbridge Wells.
They’re after an experienced solicitor, with particular experience in tax planning, who could benefit from injecting some variety into their career in the form of a shiny new position within a first-tier ranked team.
This Estate and Tax Planning Solicitor role will encompass the process of tax planning; supporting high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients with complex assets, some of which have international elements. Your role will be to help loyal clients future-proof and minimise tax liabilities with the use of appropriate structures, while bringing in your own clients, too.
For this Estate and Tax Planning Associate Solicitor role, you will ideally have:
- At least 4 years of post-qualification experience (as a UK-qualified Solicitor or legal executive).
- Proven experience within Private Client law, with a particular focus on pre-death matters (ideally tax planning).
They are also happy to consider a private client lawyer who'd like to specialise further in this sphere of the law. So, if you have a keen interest in this area and relevant experience, we encourage you to get in touch.
This firm is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Please get in touch if you have any questions concerning reasonable adjustments or diversity practices .
Contact the Legal Team—Hayley Rose or Chloë — at Harvey John for more information about this Estate & Tax Planning Associate job in Kent.
Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.