UK Tax Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Eastleigh or Reigate
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£95,000 / year
CATEGORY
Finance
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SKILLS

UK tax reporting Tax compliance Corporation Tax VAT IPT HMRC Stakeholder management Financial data analysis

FULL DESCRIPTION

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] as a UK Tax Manager on a 12 month fixed term contract, responsible for managing the tax compliance and reporting obligations across [Employer hidden] UK, AICL and esure. Sitting within the Finance function, this role plays a critical part in ensuring all UK tax obligations are met accurately, on time and in line with legislative and regulatory requirements. Acting as a key point of contact with HMRC, external advisors and internal stakeholders, the UK Tax Manager will also support the ongoing integration of the businesses and provide expert tax guidance across the wider [Employer hidden] UK Group.

Main Responsibilities as UK Tax Manager:

  • Manage UK tax compliance and reporting obligations across Corporation Tax, VAT and IPT for [Employer hidden] UK, AICL and esure
  • Oversee group tax filings and payment arrangements, including CT group relief, VAT group and partial exemption methodology
  • Ensure accurate tax disclosures in statutory and group accounts in line with legislation and accounting standards
  • Act as the primary point of contact for HMRC, external auditors and tax advisers, managing relationships and enquiries
  • Support business integration, governance and risk management, including SAO compliance and BEPS Pillar II readiness
  • Provide expert tax advice across the UK Group, supporting finance, payroll and wider stakeholders and championing a strong tax culture

Skills and experience you need as UK Tax Manager:

  • Qualified accountant or tax professional with proven experience in UK tax reporting and compliance
  • Strong technical knowledge across Corporation Tax, VAT and IPT, ideally within a complex or regulated environment
  • Experience managing relationships with HMRC, external auditors and professional tax advisers
  • Excellent analytical and numeracy skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify risk or opportunity
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, able to influence and challenge at all levels of the business
  • Highly organised and proactive, with strong planning skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
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