Head of Tax

In-House Head of Tax

Hybrid - Milton Keynes

£85,000 - 90,000 pa

This is a senior in-house tax leadership role within a European group operating in the financial services industry. The position is designed for a technically strong corporate tax professional who enjoys operating at group level, influencing decision-making and owning tax strategy rather than sitting purely in delivery mode.
The Head of Tax will take responsibility for corporate tax matters across the group, working closely with senior finance stakeholders and external advisers. The role offers hybrid working, with a regular presence in the Milton Keynes office.

The role

You'll lead on corporate tax across multiple entities, providing clear, commercial advice in a regulated financial services environment. This Head of Tax role combines technical depth with strategic input and exposure to senior leadership across the European group.

Key responsibilities

Ownership of group corporate tax compliance, governance and risk management
Leading tax planning and advisory initiatives in line with business objectives
Acting as the senior technical point of contact for corporate tax matters
Managing relationships with external advisers across jurisdictions
Supporting transactions, restructuring and other strategic projects
Ensuring the business remains aligned with changing tax legislation
Providing clear, practical tax input to senior finance and non-finance stakeholders

What they're looking for

Big 4 or top-tier trained corporate tax professional
Strong grounding in UK corporate tax, ideally with some group or international exposure
Experience operating in complex group environments
Commercial mindset with the confidence to challenge and advise at senior level
Comfortable taking ownership rather than working within a narrow remit

What's on offer

Salary between £85,000 and £90,000
Hybrid working model based in Milton Keynes
Company car or car allowance
Strong overall benefits package
High-visibility role within a European group
Scope to shape tax strategy within a growing financial services business

This Head of Tax opportunity suits someone with strong corporate tax credentials who wants influence, autonomy and exposure beyond a traditional in-house tax role. Applications and confidential discussions are welcomed.