Head Of International Tax

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

London, United Kingdom
Fully remote
10+ years senior tax advisory experience
Partnership setting tax expertise
Uk us australia international tax knowledge
This role involves maintaining an up-to-date tax strategy for a world-leading global law firm while overseeing all global tax compliance obligations

Job Summary

  • This role involves maintaining an up-to-date tax strategy for a world-leading global law firm while overseeing all global tax compliance obligations.
  • The successful candidate will lead the international tax team, manage personnel development, and ensure efficient year-end processes across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Key responsibilities include liaising with HMRC and ATO, managing IR35 risks, and advising on strategic initiatives such as new office openings and lateral hires.

Matching Summary

This role involves maintaining an up-to-date tax strategy for a world-leading global law firm while overseeing all global tax compliance obligations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years senior tax advisory experience
  • Partnership setting tax expertise
  • UK US Australia international tax knowledge
  • Transfer pricing and Country by Country reporting
  • IR35 and employment tax risk management
  • Team leadership across global time zones
  • HMRC and ATO liaison experience

Nice-to-have

  • Strong influencing skills with senior management
  • Experience with Pillar 2 legislative changes
  • Ability to simplify complex tax concepts
  • Proactive communication in diverse teams
  • Strategic structuring of cross-border transactions

Key Requirements

  • Over 10 years post-qualification tax experience
  • Qualified accountant or tax adviser status
  • Degree level education or equivalent
  • Proven experience in a partnership setting

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