Head of Tax
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Location: London, United Kingdom
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid
Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer
About Our Client
Our client is a prestigious private investment management group overseeing a diverse portfolio of businesses, ranging from venture-backed start-ups to established property companies across the UK, Europe and the middle east. The structure is a unique and carefully built framework, supported by a long-standing relationship with the Big 4.
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation, working closely with the owners and their trusted advisers to manage the tax affairs of their corporate investments and associated entities.
Role Overview
As Head of Tax, you will take full ownership of managing and risk-assessing all aspects of tax compliance and planning across the portfolio’s corporate investees. You will also support the owners tax affairs by ensuring accurate and timely information is provided to external advisors.
This role is ideally suited to a candidate with a corporate tax or owner-managed business background who thrives in a dynamic, hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Management:
* Proactively manage all tax matters for the portfolio’s corporate investees, including compliance and advisory aspects.
* Risk-manage all taxes across the portfolio to ensure full compliance.
* Collaborate with Big 4 and other advisers to provide necessary information for tax return preparation.
Corporate and Start-Up Expertise:
* Navigate the tax complexities of venture-backed start-ups, including share schemes, financing structures, and scaling considerations.
* Advise on tax implications for new investments and restructuring projects.
Offshore and Compliance Oversight:
* Support the Principal Adviser in managing offshore structures, including trusts and partnerships.
* Oversee compliance aspects of the offshore arrangements in conjunction with external advisors.
Relationship Management:
* Liaise with external tax advisors, auditors, and legal teams to ensure seamless communication and accurate reporting.
* Work collaboratively with the COO to maintain a proactive and well-managed tax strategy.
About You
We’re seeking a bright and personable tax professional who is excited by the prospect of a career move into a private investment setting. You should be detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing a varied and dynamic workload.
Qualifications and Skills:
* ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or equivalent experience.
* Strong background in corporate tax, ideally within an owner-managed business environment.
* Familiarity with the tax challenges of venture-backed start-ups.
* Experience working with offshore structures is advantageous but not essential.
* Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative mindset.
* Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.
What’s on Offer
* A unique opportunity to work closely with the owners and their trusted advisers in a high-trust office environment.
* Exposure to a diverse portfolio of businesses and tax challenges across multiple jurisdictions.
* A supportive and stable environment, offering long-term career satisfaction.
If you are ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic and entrepreneurial family office, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this exceptional opportunity!