Head of Tax in Oxford - Michael Page Finance

This Head of Tax is a senior interim role overseeing tax strategy, compliance, and planning for a large, complex organisation based in Oxfordshire. Over six months, you'll lead a high-performing team, advise senior stakeholders, and drive strategic tax initiatives across the institution.

Client Details

Our client is a globally recognised organisation headquartered in Oxfordshire, known for its scale, complexity, and international reach. With a diverse portfolio of commercial, research, and educational activities, it operates across multiple jurisdictions and sectors, requiring sophisticated tax leadership and strategic oversight.

Description

• Lead the tax team and oversee all UK and international tax compliance and planning.
• Develop and implement tax strategy across a complex group structure, including subsidiaries and joint ventures.
• Provide expert advice on VAT, SDLT, employment taxes, and corporation tax, with a focus on VAT.
• Engage with HMRC and external advisors to ensure compliance and influence policy.
• Drive cultural change across the organisation to embed tax awareness and best practices.
• Support major capital projects, international partnerships, and research initiatives with strategic tax input.
• Represent the organisation in sector bodies and government consultations.

Profile

The successful Head of Tax will be:

• Professionally qualified in tax (ATT, CTA part-qualified or equivalent), with significant post-qualification experience.
• Deep expertise in indirect tax, with strong knowledge of direct and international tax.
• Proven experience in large, complex organisations or professional practice.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, including influencing at board level and with HMRC.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing high-performing teams and driving cultural change.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, with a proactive and strategic mindset.

Job Offer

On offer for the new Head of Tax:

• 6-month fixed-term contract.
• Salary available upon request, with excellent benefits.
• Hybrid working model (minimum 50% in-office presence in Oxfordshire).
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-profile, strategic role.