Tax Manager - Insurance

We are pleased to be supporting our client in the recruitment of Tax contractor. My client are an insurance business so experience of taxation within an insurance business would be a distinct advantage. Please find an overview of the job spec below.

Role Overview:

• Lead UK GAAP and IFRS tax reporting, including quarterly group provisions and statutory disclosures; manage UK audit relationships
• Oversee UK corporation tax compliance, including preparation and submission of returns, tax payments on account, and optimisation of tax positions (e.g. R&D credits, deferred tax assets)
• Manage transfer pricing across UK and US, including documentation, analysis, and accounting oversight
• Coordinate international tax reporting and oversee overseas tax compliance
• Support employment tax matters in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external advisers
• Prepare and submit UK VAT group returns
• Lead Pillar 2 reporting and compliance, liaising with group entities and external advisors
• Maintain tax governance framework and ensure compliance with withholding tax requirements
• Support strategic tax initiatives, business projects, and provide updates on relevant tax developments to senior management.

Knowledge and skills:

• Qualified tax advisor/accountant (by certification or experience)
• Insurance or financial services experience (preferred, not essential)
• Highly motivated; thrives in fast-paced environments
• Able to solve problems independently
• Strong prioritisation and multitasking across competing demands