Deputy Head of Tax

We have partnered with one of our global law firm clients on a newly created, Deputy Head of Tax hire to join their dynamic tax team. This senior leadership role will involve supporting the Head of Tax while managing complex tax matters across international projects, cross-border structures, and partnership arrangements within a global professional services network.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance, advising on international tax implications, and contributing to strategic initiatives across multiple jurisdictions. Whilst this is currently a number two position, this hire has been created as succession planning for the current Head of Tax who plans to retire in the next three years.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Tax on ad hoc partnership and international projects
• Supporting the existing senior tax manager team
• Assist with tax advisory and compliance for International Managers (IMs) and LLP members across the firms global offices.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to assess tax risks and implement compliant solutions for international structures and projects
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and ensure alignment with the firms internal policies.
• Support the development and implementation of tax policies for international partners, self-employed consultants, and branch employees.
• Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on the firms international tax strategy.
• Contribute to internal training and knowledge sharing across business.

Required Skills and Experience

• ACA/CTA qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in international and partnership tax.
• Proven expertise in international partnership taxation and cross-border structures.
• Knowledge of transfer pricing desirable.
• Strong understanding of LLP structures and international frameworks.
• Experience in professional services or legal environments preferred.
• Excellent management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead complex projects across jurisdictions.
• People management experience.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary (reviewed annually)
• Flexible, hybrid working policy
• Generous bonus scheme
• Up to 28 days holiday (with service)
• Holiday exchange scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Reasonable adjustments for disabled talent in line with the Equality Act 2010.

About the firm

My client is a future-facing global law firm with offices across multiple jurisdictions. Their approach combines deep local market knowledge with a global perspective, enabling us to anticipate challenges and deliver innovative solutions. Diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility are at the heart of their culture, ensuring every individual can thrive and reach their full potential. They are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated.