Job ID: Amazon UK Services Ltd. Description: We believe that Amazon is the best place in the world to do indirect tax calculation and collection work. Amazon strives to be the Earth's most customer-centric company, where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. One by product of that mission entails becoming one of the world's largest collectors of online indirect taxes and fees - including US sales taxes, value-added taxes, and other global transaction taxes. The Tax Engine Team ensures that Amazon has the right technology and processes to not only calculate and collect those taxes accurately in a rapidly changing business and tax environment - but also support continued business growth and innovation by providing world-class services to millions of our customers and sellers all over the world. Amazon is looking for experienced product managers and/or tax professionals with an interest and aptitude for solving complex and impactful indirect tax collection challenges. As a Principal Product Manager you will help develop and evolve our indirect tax technology, processes, services, features, and operations. You will be expected to respond to new or changing tax legislative/compliance and business needs, and drive the end-to-end project lifecycle required to adapt or enhance our indirect tax collection capabilities to meet those needs. You will partner closely with cross functional teams across nearly all of Amazon to gather business and tax requirements, convert those requirements into product specifications, collaborate with software and business teams, and continue to engage through the entire lifecycle of our projects - from design-to-delivery. Day in the Life: Meeting with tax, business, and software teams to understand their objectives and identify the associated indirect tax calculation and collection implications. Identifying the required technical, process and operational changes to support those objectives. Developing product functional and user experience requirements, feature specifications, and standard operating procedures. Actively participating in projects throughout their lifecycle to ensure that the requirements are met - to include making tax rules configurations, specifying and reviewing test cases, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring alignment across teams. Understanding your customers (consumers, sellers, taxing authorities, and Amazon internal teams) to ensure that our product development consistently meets the objectives and experience expectations of our customers. Developing long term product strategies and associated product roadmaps - seeking consensus to prioritize those strategies, documenting trade-offs, and removing obstacles as necessary. Providing general indirect tax calculation and collection super subject matter expertise to internal and external parties - including legal, customer service, public policy, media relations, business development, tax software vendors and service providers, taxing authorities and other governmental entities, and industry and tax groups. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 10+ years of product or program management, product marketing, business development or technology experience - 10+ years of blending product and program management skills to execute strategic initiatives about process creation, standardization, and improvement experience - Bachelor's degree - Experience owning/driving roadmap strategy and definition - Experience with end to end product delivery - Experience with feature delivery and tradeoffs of a product - Experience as a product manager or owner - VAT knowledge PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience owning technology products Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Jul 11, 2025
Full time
Job ID: Amazon UK Services Ltd. Description: We believe that Amazon is the best place in the world to do indirect tax calculation and collection work. Amazon strives to be the Earth's most customer-centric company, where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. One by product of that mission entails becoming one of the world's largest collectors of online indirect taxes and fees - including US sales taxes, value-added taxes, and other global transaction taxes. The Tax Engine Team ensures that Amazon has the right technology and processes to not only calculate and collect those taxes accurately in a rapidly changing business and tax environment - but also support continued business growth and innovation by providing world-class services to millions of our customers and sellers all over the world. Amazon is looking for experienced product managers and/or tax professionals with an interest and aptitude for solving complex and impactful indirect tax collection challenges. As a Principal Product Manager you will help develop and evolve our indirect tax technology, processes, services, features, and operations. You will be expected to respond to new or changing tax legislative/compliance and business needs, and drive the end-to-end project lifecycle required to adapt or enhance our indirect tax collection capabilities to meet those needs. You will partner closely with cross functional teams across nearly all of Amazon to gather business and tax requirements, convert those requirements into product specifications, collaborate with software and business teams, and continue to engage through the entire lifecycle of our projects - from design-to-delivery. Day in the Life: Meeting with tax, business, and software teams to understand their objectives and identify the associated indirect tax calculation and collection implications. Identifying the required technical, process and operational changes to support those objectives. Developing product functional and user experience requirements, feature specifications, and standard operating procedures. Actively participating in projects throughout their lifecycle to ensure that the requirements are met - to include making tax rules configurations, specifying and reviewing test cases, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring alignment across teams. Understanding your customers (consumers, sellers, taxing authorities, and Amazon internal teams) to ensure that our product development consistently meets the objectives and experience expectations of our customers. Developing long term product strategies and associated product roadmaps - seeking consensus to prioritize those strategies, documenting trade-offs, and removing obstacles as necessary. Providing general indirect tax calculation and collection super subject matter expertise to internal and external parties - including legal, customer service, public policy, media relations, business development, tax software vendors and service providers, taxing authorities and other governmental entities, and industry and tax groups. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 10+ years of product or program management, product marketing, business development or technology experience - 10+ years of blending product and program management skills to execute strategic initiatives about process creation, standardization, and improvement experience - Bachelor's degree - Experience owning/driving roadmap strategy and definition - Experience with end to end product delivery - Experience with feature delivery and tradeoffs of a product - Experience as a product manager or owner - VAT knowledge PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience owning technology products Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
This Senior Engineering Manager will report to the Systems Design Manager and will work within UK Power Networks Services based in our London, Elephant & Castle office. You will be a permanent employee. You will attract a salary of £89,786 plus inner London allowance and a bonus of 3%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 remote. Close Date: 20th February 2025 We also provide the following additional benefits: Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme JOB PURPOSE: You will lead and work as part of a diverse team, delivering engineering management excellence across the UK Power Networks Services contracts portfolio that will place our business in the top tier for design and build of private assets on safety, customer service and efficiency. You will be the UK Power Networks Services technical lead with the responsibility for delivering engineering on both projects and bids, of a multi-discipline design team. You will ensure that UK Power Networks Services produce high quality engineered solutions and services that comply with relevant legislation, client and UK Power Networks Services standards. You will lead a team of engineers to produce a high level quality of design, systems integration, testing and commissioning to budget and on time in several energy sectors, rail, airports and emerging technologies. You will provide technical liaison with suppliers, and clients to create new business and to deliver projects. You will work and act with autonomy, being self-supervising, and report to Senior Management. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Manage the development, implementation and oversee the delivery of designs across the UK Power Networks Services business that deliver Good Industry Practice. Provide technical and commercial input to the team and into UK Power Networks Services bids. Ensure that designs from multiple disciplines are interfaced and robust to enable accurate tender submissions to be developed. Manage design budgets and programmes and provide accurate reporting to internal and external clients. Manage engineering change control, supporting the commercial and project management teams working with the client. Manage interfaces to ensure internal and external stakeholder engagement and client satisfaction. Provide technical leadership in developing business opportunities with relevant material and preparing proposals. Assess cost/benefit trade-off of technical solutions and support the technical decision-making processes. Identify areas for technological advancement whilst maintaining excellent engineering standards. Identify and deploy the technical skills, resource levels and systems to complete projects, including the engagement of external resources. Qualifications: Degree level or equivalent in engineering or science. Extensive experience as a senior engineer. Experience in an engineering management role on large infrastructure project(s). Safety management qualification such as NEBOSH certificate or equivalent. Membership of a professional body such as the IET. Chartered Engineer or working towards achieving Chartership. Knowledge of Power distribution, Electrification, SCADA, and Communication systems. Basic knowledge of project management. Health and Safety Requirements: Ensure all Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements are considered. Ensure safe working methods and systems are followed in the design. Accept responsibility to meet and fulfil all UK Power Networks Services Health and Safety requirements. Mentor junior staff in all matters relating to Health & Safety aligned with their role. Ensure all relevant H&S Policy principles are briefed and implemented. Communicate H&S information within the organisation. Promote feedback on H&S matters. Create a safe working environment for all staff and contractors supporting the business. Promote wellbeing and mental health in the team. Health & Safety Responsibilities: Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly, where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
Feb 11, 2025
Full time
This Senior Engineering Manager will report to the Systems Design Manager and will work within UK Power Networks Services based in our London, Elephant & Castle office. You will be a permanent employee. You will attract a salary of £89,786 plus inner London allowance and a bonus of 3%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 remote. Close Date: 20th February 2025 We also provide the following additional benefits: Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme JOB PURPOSE: You will lead and work as part of a diverse team, delivering engineering management excellence across the UK Power Networks Services contracts portfolio that will place our business in the top tier for design and build of private assets on safety, customer service and efficiency. You will be the UK Power Networks Services technical lead with the responsibility for delivering engineering on both projects and bids, of a multi-discipline design team. You will ensure that UK Power Networks Services produce high quality engineered solutions and services that comply with relevant legislation, client and UK Power Networks Services standards. You will lead a team of engineers to produce a high level quality of design, systems integration, testing and commissioning to budget and on time in several energy sectors, rail, airports and emerging technologies. You will provide technical liaison with suppliers, and clients to create new business and to deliver projects. You will work and act with autonomy, being self-supervising, and report to Senior Management. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Manage the development, implementation and oversee the delivery of designs across the UK Power Networks Services business that deliver Good Industry Practice. Provide technical and commercial input to the team and into UK Power Networks Services bids. Ensure that designs from multiple disciplines are interfaced and robust to enable accurate tender submissions to be developed. Manage design budgets and programmes and provide accurate reporting to internal and external clients. Manage engineering change control, supporting the commercial and project management teams working with the client. Manage interfaces to ensure internal and external stakeholder engagement and client satisfaction. Provide technical leadership in developing business opportunities with relevant material and preparing proposals. Assess cost/benefit trade-off of technical solutions and support the technical decision-making processes. Identify areas for technological advancement whilst maintaining excellent engineering standards. Identify and deploy the technical skills, resource levels and systems to complete projects, including the engagement of external resources. Qualifications: Degree level or equivalent in engineering or science. Extensive experience as a senior engineer. Experience in an engineering management role on large infrastructure project(s). Safety management qualification such as NEBOSH certificate or equivalent. Membership of a professional body such as the IET. Chartered Engineer or working towards achieving Chartership. Knowledge of Power distribution, Electrification, SCADA, and Communication systems. Basic knowledge of project management. Health and Safety Requirements: Ensure all Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements are considered. Ensure safe working methods and systems are followed in the design. Accept responsibility to meet and fulfil all UK Power Networks Services Health and Safety requirements. Mentor junior staff in all matters relating to Health & Safety aligned with their role. Ensure all relevant H&S Policy principles are briefed and implemented. Communicate H&S information within the organisation. Promote feedback on H&S matters. Create a safe working environment for all staff and contractors supporting the business. Promote wellbeing and mental health in the team. Health & Safety Responsibilities: Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment. Employees will ensure they understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly, where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible.
This is a varied role, with responsibilities involving trading desk support, pricing and valuations. You will have direct contact with a variety of parties and work in a close-knit Middle Office team to ensure that all day to day duties and controls are covered across offices. The role provides visibility to a range of investments and will provide substantial opportunities for personal growth and development. Principal Responsibilities: Work with trading desks and third-party fund administrator to price the book on a monthly basis. Work with external pricing vendors to enhance third party valuation support. Assist with daily, monthly and ad-hoc reporting to the PMs. Execution of repo and reverse repo trades to cover short positions on the book and to source liquidity. Assist with Valuation Committee material generation. Provide oversight of daily checks, documentation and process controls. Ensuring trade allocations are entered per PM instructions and completing associated control checks. Identify high touch events and escalate appropriately. Adhere to new policies, procedures and internal controls as business invests in new assets or geographies. Provide support on restructurings and other Asset Servicing events. Involvement in strategic initiatives, particularly with a focus on automating manual processes and improving efficiency. Interface and develop internal relationships with Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and BDIR functions on ad-hoc related tasks and requests. Requirements: A number of years of prior experience at a Hedge Fund, Asset Manager and/or Global Bank; within a Trade Assistant / Valuation and/ or Product Control function is strongly preferred. Excellent computer skills, particularly Excel. Knowledge of Bloomberg, Advent Geneva portfolio management. Strong product knowledge (Equities, FX, Fixed Income, CDS, Bank Debt, Repos).
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
This is a varied role, with responsibilities involving trading desk support, pricing and valuations. You will have direct contact with a variety of parties and work in a close-knit Middle Office team to ensure that all day to day duties and controls are covered across offices. The role provides visibility to a range of investments and will provide substantial opportunities for personal growth and development. Principal Responsibilities: Work with trading desks and third-party fund administrator to price the book on a monthly basis. Work with external pricing vendors to enhance third party valuation support. Assist with daily, monthly and ad-hoc reporting to the PMs. Execution of repo and reverse repo trades to cover short positions on the book and to source liquidity. Assist with Valuation Committee material generation. Provide oversight of daily checks, documentation and process controls. Ensuring trade allocations are entered per PM instructions and completing associated control checks. Identify high touch events and escalate appropriately. Adhere to new policies, procedures and internal controls as business invests in new assets or geographies. Provide support on restructurings and other Asset Servicing events. Involvement in strategic initiatives, particularly with a focus on automating manual processes and improving efficiency. Interface and develop internal relationships with Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and BDIR functions on ad-hoc related tasks and requests. Requirements: A number of years of prior experience at a Hedge Fund, Asset Manager and/or Global Bank; within a Trade Assistant / Valuation and/ or Product Control function is strongly preferred. Excellent computer skills, particularly Excel. Knowledge of Bloomberg, Advent Geneva portfolio management. Strong product knowledge (Equities, FX, Fixed Income, CDS, Bank Debt, Repos).
