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As a Vice President in the Tax Advisory and Compliance team, you will take ownership of delivering high-quality tax support for Barclays' International Corporate Banking business, with a primary focus on European operations and some UK coverage. You will provide strategic tax advisory services and ensure compliance across a range of cross-border initiatives, particularly those arising from international corporate banking activities. A key part of your role will involve supporting the merchant acquiring legal entity, Barclays International Payments Limited, where you will help navigate complex tax issues and ensure alignment with evolving regulatory requirements. You will act as a trusted advisor to local tax teams across Europe, offering guidance, sense-checking positions, and ensuring consistency in tax treatment across jurisdictions. Your ability to interpret tax legislation and apply it to real-world business scenarios will be critical in supporting both proactive planning and reactive compliance. To be considered for this role you will have gained a recognised tax and/or accountancy qualification eg. CTA / ACA. Previous experience gained in Corporate Tax will be advantageous. You will have excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manor. You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role is deemed as a Controlled Function role under the Central Bank of Ireland Fitness and Probity Regulations and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Purpose of the role To provide both corporate and indirect advisory and compliance tax services to business areas in a specific jurisdiction(s). Accountabilities Management of tax risks arising from the bank's business activities, investments, and financial transactions and development of tax risk management strategies to mitigate potential tax liabilities and protect the bank's financial interests and reputation. Analysis of complex tax issues to support tax planning strategies, compliance matters, and risk management initiatives. Liaising, with tax authorities and resolving legacy tax risks. Identification and assessment of potential tax risks associated with complex transactions (including potential mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring) and development and implementation of tax risk mitigation strategies to minimise the potential impact. Stakeholder management to ensure that tax requirements and the associated risks are understood and appropriately managed, including reputational risks with tax authorities and external stakeholders. Analysis of relevant developments in tax law to ensure the impact on Barclays is understood and appropriately managed. Preparation or review of relevant tax returns in accordance with applicable tax law and agreeing compliance positions with the tax authorities. Preparation or review of tax accounting calculations and disclosures in accordance with applicable accounting standards for group forecasting, reporting and stress testing. Design and operation of tax process controls to ensure tax risk is appropriately managed and tax treatments can be supported. Vice President Expectations To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and escalate breaches of policies/procedures If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi-year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.

Our client is currently seeking a highly experienced Vice President (VP) to join the Financial Institutions Group (FIG) M&A team at a leading European Bank. This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished M&A banker with a deep understanding of the financial services sector, who is looking to take on a senior leadership role in managing and executing complex M&A transactions for clients in the financial institutions space. As a FIG M&A VP , you will play a pivotal role in advising a diverse range of financial services clients, including banks, asset managers, insurance companies, and other financial institutions, on high-profile mergers, acquisitions, and strategic transactions. Key Responsibilities: M&A Advisory: Lead M&A deal teams in executing strategic transactions, including buy-side, sell-side, and cross-border deals, for clients in the financial services sector. Client Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior executives of financial institutions, providing insightful and strategic advice on mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate finance matters. Deal Structuring & Negotiation: Oversee the structuring, negotiation, and execution of complex M&A transactions, working closely with clients and internal teams to deliver results. Leadership & Mentorship: Lead and mentor junior bankers, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring the highest standards of execution on all transactions. Market Insights & Strategy: Stay on top of sector trends, regulatory changes, and market dynamics within the financial services industry, providing clients with strategic advice to capitalize on opportunities and mitigate risks. Business Development: Play a key role in sourcing new M&A opportunities, leading pitches, and contributing to the expansion of the firm's client base within the FIG sector. Key Requirements: Experience: Minimum 7-10 years of experience in M&A, with a focus on the FIG sector. Previous experience working in a senior role within an investment bank, corporate finance advisory firm, or similar environment is essential. Technical Skills: Strong financial modelling, valuation, and deal execution skills, with a deep understanding of M&A transactions, financial structuring, and the regulatory landscape impacting financial institutions. Client-Facing Expertise: Proven track record of managing senior client relationships, particularly in the financial services sector, and a history of successfully executing complex M&A deals. Leadership & Team Management: Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage projects effectively, and mentor junior bankers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Education: A strong academic background, ideally with a degree in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline. Professional qualifications such as CFA, MBA, or similar credentials are highly regarded. Location: Must be willing to be based in London, with potential for travel as required by client needs.

You Lead the Way. We've Got Your Back. With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you'll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that's unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally. At American Express, you'll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact-every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company's success. Together, we'll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world's best customer experience every day. And we'll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong. Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together. We are looking for an experienced insolvency litigation lawyer for the role of Director & Counsel, reporting directly to the EMEA Vice President & Senior Counsel in the Litigation and Investigations Team. In this role you will be based at Belgrave House in London (minimum 3 days in-office) and will play an integral part of the legal team who sit within the General Counsel's Organization ("GCO"). You will play a key role as trusted advisor in the GCO and provide key support and advice predominantly on the Global Merchant Services, Consumer, and Collections business line. You will also partner closely with other teams dedicated to the support of this business line within and outside the GCO. Given the international breadth of the Team's remit, you will also play a crucial role in advising Business and GCO Colleagues of many other different Markets on mitigation risk strategies, in collaboration where necessary with local Outside Counsel, or supporting the delivery of trainings and/or participating or leading projects where there is an insolvency related angle. You will be responsible for managing your own portfolio of UK matters varying from contentious to advisory matters, delivery of trainings to upskill colleagues, raise awareness or fill identified knowledge gaps as well as having oversight of more junior lawyers in the team from time to time. In this role you will closely support and act as trusted advisor to colleagues and stakeholders of all levels from business units, particularly senior leaders in the GCO or Business such as Global Merchant Services Risk and Collections. You will also be leading the American Express Insolvency Centre of Excellence in partnership with other insolvency lawyer colleagues based in the US. You, in consultation with Outside Counsel, will also provide legal advice and support to Amex's businesses and management throughout the Europe, Middle East and Africa ("EMEA") region in connection with insolvency matters. How will you make an impact in this role? The work involved and related responsibilities will include the following: Leading the conduct of insolvency related litigation or pre-litigation matters, managing and advising stakeholders of all levels of seniority on the strategy, merits, brand and litigation risks of a wide range of insolvency related issues, including: preference claims; claims to recover property under transactions which are void; dealing with Insolvency Act applications from officeholders; Contractual disputes arising out of Amex's exercise of its protective action rights. Advising on cross-border insolvency matters. Advising and liaising with external third parties (e.g. Insolvency Practitioners) regarding requests for information. Advising, drafting and or acting as representative in complex or high value proof of debts claims. Advising Collections on escalated legal matters. Selecting, instructing and managing local external counsel to defend pre-action and issued claims or provide advice notes. Establishing yourself as the main point of reference for insolvency related matters for other teams which you will work closely with, such as Collections and Global Merchant Services Risk. Encouraging a cross-function approach of bringing others with you when advising business colleagues in order to ensure quality, holistic risk-based advice is given. Communicating concise advice, at pace, adapted to senior stakeholders requirements in a mix of written, verbal and PowerPoint presentation formats. Ability to challenge the status quo but at the same time be able to understand the stakeholders' goals. Ability to manage challenging conversations or deliver uncomfortable messages to our stakeholders. Promoting efficiency by preparing and making use of templates, flowcharts, established frameworks and capturing know-how management on our internal document management platform(s). Leading and delivering in-person and remote training sessions in order to upskill colleagues and raise awareness or flag risks on insolvency related topics. Working with locally qualified internal lawyers through the EMEA/international Markets to provide strategic and risk-based insolvency advice. Assisting in maintaining litigation reporting case management system and database for the preparation of reports and in order to comply with regulatory requirements and respond to internal and external audits. Assisting in building processes and risk escalation frameworks which enable more efficient and accurate tracking and better management of insolvency related litigation. Managing internal financial accounting processes including litigation reserve setting and liaising with Controllership and internal auditors. Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must have significant PQE Solicitor qualified in England & Wales with extensive experience in restructuring and insolvency, including both litigation/contentious and non-contentious experience, at all stages gained in a financial services context. Relevant and significant amount of experience should have been obtained in both a strong private practice law firm, and in-house with another financial institution. Experience of managing or working with foreign lawyers, or cross-border litigation where cases span several jurisdictions would be an advantage. Experience of managing junior lawyers or paralegals desirable. Experience of managing/conducting litigation (as a team leader or member) and managing the strategy of specific matters. Skills: Fluency in spoken and written English is essential. Familiarity with other European languages an advantage, but not a pre-requisite. Competency with office software essential (Outlook, Powerpoint, Word etc.). Commercial Acumen, team spirit, initiative/proactiveness but at the same time an ability to follow instructions are key to this role. Emotional Intelligence. Competencies: Ability to manage and adapt to different working and communication styles according to the different level of internal stakeholders. Flexibility - the successful candidate will be involved in work at all levels and should be prepared to 'roll up his/her sleeves'. Resourcefulness and commercial awareness - ability to respond to business issues often under critical time pressure. Ability to raise awareness when certain gaps identified, propose remedial actions, delivery of trainings including but not limited to, to upskill colleagues where deemed necessary. Communication skills - ability to relay precise information orally and in writing in a concise manner. Ability to work independently - to include preparedness to take the lead in making appropriate recommendations. Client Focus - ability to deliver excellent levels of client service. Excellent Team approach - ability to promote collaboration within own peer group and throughout the organization. People management skills - ability to nurture talent and further development of more junior members of the team. Excellent strength and sound judgment - ability to distil information rapidly in order to identify and advise upon key legal and business issues. This role provides fantastic scope for development within an in-house legal team and excellent exposure to senior stakeholders as well as global markets. We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include: 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.

Site Name: Belgium-Rixensart, GSK House, Rockville Vaccines Posted Date: Sep Vaccine Development Leader The core purpose of the VDL is to strategically lead the optimal global development of a Vaccine, acting as the single point of accountability for the Vaccine from C2P1/2 to approval in first major market, but substantially contributing and influencing from C2C to post-launch life-cycle management, to ultimately deliver differentiated vaccines of value. By working with the various stakeholders across R&D and Pharma, the VDL defines the strategic vision and operational plan for the vaccine, aligning it with the overall organizational strategy. The VDL creates and leads the matrix Vaccine Development Team (VDT), which has responsibility for representing all the various R&D and commercial disciplines required to optimally deliver the development of the Vaccine (including clinical development, statistics, clinical operations, medical affairs, safety, regulatory, commercial and technical development and manufacturing, amongst others). VDL's accountability and key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Act as a single point of accountability in GSK for all aspects of a vaccine in development globally from C2P1 to approval in first major markets. Works closely with the DPL (Discovery Project Leader) and VCL (Vaccines Commercialization Leader) to ensure a smooth transition between the DPL (accountable from Target to Candidate Selection) to VDL (accountable from Phase 1 to approval in first major market) and from VDL to MCL (accountable from approval in first major market). In addition to the overall leadership role, the VDL should provide key support to the VCT postapproval in first major markets ensuring that the VDT provide optimal support to both registration and LCM. Selects members of the Vaccines Development Team (VDT), in consultation with the line leaders, and leads this multi-disciplinary matrix team; supports differentiated development for team members; owns the performance of VDT and partners with line managers to drive performance Energizes and motivates the VDT to drive performance Establishes a compelling vision for the vaccine; positions the vaccine within the R&D strategy taking the competitive landscape into account; Translate GSK's strategy into asset strategy and actionable plans for multiple areas or functions. Delivers differentiated vaccines of value for patients, stakeholders and markets, through an evidence package that supports regulatory approval, market access, and product life cycle. Delivers the Vaccine Development Strategy that is aligned with the R&D disease strategy, as well as the asset Vaccine Vision and Vaccine Profile. Prioritizes and maximizes the asset's portfolio options including developing multiple indications. Makes clear evidence-based go / no go / accelerate decisions, based on whether the results fulfil the strategy set out for the Vaccine, and identify clear inflection points Embeds core processes including cost efficiency, adoption of new technology, risk identification & management, compliance with policy Identifies and aligns resources (people and financial), team objectives and strategies behind the vision to ensure successful project completion Proactively identifies unmet medical needs that could be addressed through line extensions Enhances patient focus by incorporating the voice of the patient into development plans. Promotes organizational reputation and drives asset value by engaging and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders Collaborates with other stakeholders but in particular DPLs and other VDLs to create strategies that support organizational vision; shares optimal ways of working and knowledge Ensures quality & compliance oversight in line with R&D expectations and project needs; assures quality of data and science Prioritizes and manages asset portfolio options to meet budget constraints. Ensures excellence in execution of all governance processes, including oversight of all studies, pharmacovigilance, scientific engagement and promotional practices. Model Values and Leadership Expectations internally and externally Asset single point of contact and spokesperson to senior management and senior boards (e.g., Chief Scientific Officer, Head of Development, Chief Medical Officer, President of Pharma, Development Review Board and Portfolio Investment Board) and other relevant internal governance committees and external Advisory Committees as needed. Increases visibility amongst the external communities (physicians, regulators, patients, payers), to bring medical solutions to patients with unmet medical needs, thereby enhancing reputation of GSK. VDL serves as the single accountable decision maker to resolve disputes among the VDT. The VDL should discuss any team misalignment/disputes with the Head of Development prior to rending a final decision. VDL is accountable for delivering and managing the asset resourcing plan. In addition, the VDL is accountable for managing the asset budget to the agreed variance. VDL is accountable for developing an ongoing patent strategy for the asset VDL's Drivers: You are a talented and experienced leader motivated by the desire to make a difference in patients' lives. You are excited by challenging goals and positively impacting the progression of Vaccines of value to patients that provide the adequate return to the business. You have a proven ability to think and plan uniquely and strategically, to work with members of other functions within a matrix environment. You are Intrigued by innovation, creativity and new opportunities to learn You are energized by delivering high standards through collaboration and motivating others across the organization You are passionate about developing others into future leaders You are committed to maintaining the highest compliance standards Additional Responsibilities Scientific Engagement Accountable for global oversight, coordination, and approval of scientific engagement activities preauthorization. Secures advice to inform the development of products of value, for the benefit of patients and consumers. Identifies and engages the external community appropriately in robust scientific dialogue that generates insight and advances scientific and medical understanding. Ensures timely and appropriate interaction and exchange of information between GSK and external communities (e.g., patients, physicians, payers, regulators), in strict adherence with GSK Policies, and GSK Global Scientific Engagement Principles and Standards. Ensures balanced and robust scientific communications in all formats. Lifecycle Management Proactively identifies unmet needs that could be addressed through line extensions e.g. novel indications, combinations or formulations, or the provision of enhanced services. Anticipates the changing healthcare, regulatory & competitive environment throughout the product lifespan; defines and delivers innovative strategies and plans to inform evidence-based prescribing/ usage within this environment e.g. new comparator or real-world efficacy data. Understands the impact of new data on the value/positioning of products in guidelines/formularies. Business Development Partners with Business Development to facilitate diligence reviews, product positioning and/or alternative business strategies (e.g., public private partnerships, co-development) and internal review and decision-making processes in line with GSK governance procedures as well as use of appropriate alliance management mechanisms to ensure successful business transactions and relationships. WHY YOU? Basic qualifications The qualifications and experience required for the Vaccines Development Lead role include: Advanced degree such as PhD, MD or equivalent is highly preferable. Filing experience BLA/NDA/ MAA submissions as a core responsibility and have led development programs. Must demonstrate extensive broad drug development expertise and experience Considerable pharmaceutical industry experience is required Prior significant experience in leading successful development and registration of Vaccines is highly preferred Deep experience in product development and/or commercial, especially in late phase development (from PoC onwards), clinical trial management with significant operational complexity, post-approval studies, regulatory and manufacturing compliance Highly developed ethics and integrity, with demonstrated ethical medical decision-making skills. Understands the entirety of R&D across the development/commercial life cycle to allow impact across all functions: discovery, late-stage development, regulatory, manufacturing and commercial. Track record of success working in highly complex, matrixed, global, and multi-disciplinary organization with high accountability, minimal authority, and multiple lines of reporting Experience working with regulators and regulatory requirements including an understanding of the legal and government frameworks within and across global geographies. Strong people management, leadership and motivational skills In-depth experience creating the strategy for pre- and post-marketing studies, and driving the lifecycle process..... click apply for full job details