Job Description

Hutcheon Mearns have been engaged to source a European Tax Manager on a full time, staff basis. Our client is a successful drilling company who operate across the globe. This role can be based in Aberdeen on a hybrid basis or fully remote (based anywhere in the UK). This presents an excellent opportunity for candidates with international tax experience to join an established global business.


Reporting to the Head of Tax and working closely with the divisional Finance teams, this role is responsible for the provision of tax support to the European business, compliance management and review for the overseas operations across multiple jurisdictions as well as providing planning advice as required.

The Opportunity

Day-to-day responsibility for managing tax issues relating to the European entities and associated branches Manage and support tax audits, providing guidance to local teams and ensuring accurate and appropriate disclosure is made to the tax authorities Manage, maintain and report tax risks for allocated entities Review tax returns for allocated entities to ensure technical accuracy and consistency with Group policy Review quarterly and annual tax packs to ensure these are accurate and reflected in the local / Group accounts Review tax payments Ensure that relevant intercompany agreements are in place to support transactions Ensure that relevant local transfer pricing documentation is in place and filed Support other team members in areas such as year-end accounting, VAT, payroll taxes Review bids and provide tax input into contract pricing and contractual terms

Background and Experience

International tax experience Practice or industry experience German speaker (preferred) A solid understanding of tax laws, regulations and compliance requirements

Flexibility and Benefits

Flexible working Hybrid working or remote working Competitive salary Career progression

Next Steps

If you are interested in taking the next step in your career or feel a change of environment or sector is your next path, this could be the ideal job opportunity for you! To apply please send a full CV. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Morgan McPherson at Hutcheon Mearns on morgan.mcpherson@hutcheonmearns.co.uk. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.

Portlethen, Aberdeenshire

Thursday 26 June 2025

Permanent

Fully Remote

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