Tax Manager – Build a Tax Function in a High-Growth International Business

A high-growth international business is seeking a hands-on, adaptable Tax Manager to establish and lead its tax function from scratch. This Oxford-based role offers a unique opportunity to combine compliance and strategic advisory work within a rapidly expanding environment.

The Opportunity
This is a greenfield, highly visible position responsible for the full spectrum of direct and indirect tax matters—both in the UK and internationally. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate filings as the company enters new markets, including those where in-house expertise is currently limited.

Key responsibilities include advising on tax structuring, market entry, and long-term planning, as well as collaborating with local finance teams and external advisors. There will also be the opportunity to bring some outsourced compliance work in-house as the function develops.

Key Requirements

• Broad experience covering both direct and indirect tax, ideally gained within international and high-growth settings.
• Applications are encouraged from candidates with backgrounds in practice (including M&A and international advisory) as well as those with in-house experience.
• Comfortable working at both senior and junior levels, with a hands-on approach and enthusiasm for building new processes.
• Ability to work independently and adapt within a fast-changing business environment.

Compensation & Location

• Salary up to £85,000 (recently reviewed to attract top talent).
• Hybrid working: based in Oxford, with three days per week required in the Oxford office. Candidates from London or with a manageable commute will also be considered.

The Team & Environment

• The company operates across EMEA, APAC, NORAM, and LATAM, providing a truly international exposure.
• The business is at a pivotal stage of growth, offering the incoming Tax Manager the chance to make a significant and visible impact.
• A collaborative, “all hands on deck” culture where specialists contribute at every level until further growth enables a dedicated team buildout.

Selection Process

• Two-stage interview process: initial round with the line manager and group financial controller, followed by a second round with the CFO. At least one interview will be conducted in person (face-to-face or hybrid, depending on candidate preference).
• The client is looking to move quickly and is not currently interviewing other candidates.

What Makes This Role Stand Out

• Greenfield opportunity to design and build a tax function.
• Exposure to a dynamic, international, and high-growth business.
• Significant autonomy and impact on both immediate compliance and long-term strategic direction.

If you are a proactive, adaptable tax professional who relishes the challenge of building functions and processes from the ground up, we would be delighted to discuss this opportunity with you.

To express your interest or learn more, please get in touch.