Job Description

Company Description

-With headquarters in London, UK, and operations located throughout the world, Anglo American is truly global. We employ more than 50,000 colleagues worldwide and run mining operations across LATAM, Europe, Southern Africa and North America. With headquarters in London, UK, and operations located throughout the world, Anglo American is truly global. We employ more than 50,000 colleagues worldwide and run mining operations across LATAM, Europe, Southern Africa and North America.





-We are seeking a Specialist, International and M&A Tax on an 18 month Fixed Term Contract to provide specialist support with transactions currently underway and/or planned as part of Anglo American's portfolio simplification programme as well as any other large-scale M&A transactions. The role includes providing support on international tax aspects adjacent to transactions including, but not limited to, capital structure, financing, cash repatriation.


This role will be based in our London Head Office for the duration of the fixed term contract, where we operate a hybrid working policy with a requirement for 3 days a week in the office.


To be considered for this role you must have the right to work in the UK.

Key role requirements:

M&A tax


Work with leaders to ensure the delivery of best practice tax advice for transactions and provide tax advice to stakeholder teams associated with transactions. Assist with tax due diligence processes including preparation of virtual data rooms, review of diligence reports and, where relevant, provide input and responses as part of the purchaser Q&A process. Identify structure alternatives to inform commercial decisions and prepare tax structuring reports. Work closely with the BD team to assess idea development and business cases for BD activities and add value to development of transactional possibilities through provision of commercial appropriate tax advice. Work with external providers & relevant in-house teams to deliver commercially appropriate tax advice.
International tax


Work with leaders on legal entity reorganisation, rationalisation and restructuring projects which are ongoing in the group. Work closely with stakeholders to implement proposed restructures and provide input on the UK tax considerations of such transactions. Work with the leaders and colleagues in other Group Finance (notably Group Treasury) and BU teams to unlock value in optimising a commercially sound capital allocation (including cash repatriation) across the Anglo American group Help design and support appropriate financing structures for a mixture of projects at various stages of the lifecycle, with new opportunities constantly arising through refinancing and as Anglo American looks to grow. Provide, and support the provision of tax advice to Country Tax Leads associated with financing, capital structure and cash repatriation strategies. Advise on UK treasury tax matters, including loan relationships, foreign exchange, loan restructures and simplifications.
Strategic Priorities


Support strategic tax initiatives, assess value generated for Anglo American, and consider different options and adjustments required to the plan. Drive and implement the plan of strategic initiatives, including consideration of the communication required at different levels of the organisation. Prepare and plan effective stakeholder engagement to influence stakeholders appropriately and get buy-in. Support and lead ad hoc projects and initiatives as required. Identify and develop opportunities to enhance processes and considers how risk impacts Anglo American. Develop strong working relationships with key personnel across the Group Tax team and business operations. Engage with and manage external professional service providers on tax matters where required.

Qualifications

-Required:

Either a Chartered Accountant or equivalent accounting or legal degree.

Technical skills / knowledge requirements:

7+ years experience in a similar M&A role in the Tax field in commerce with a Big 4 Accounting firm, large in house or a Law firm is required. Wider knowledge of the UK tax system - and a good working knowledge of the UK tax regime as it relates to transactions, financing and treasury activities would be an advantage A good working knowledge of international tax principles, tax residence etc would be an advantage Confident in ability to influence people and manage change and effectively communicate ideas and solutions to senior management Ability to undertake presentations to Senior Management Strong commercial acumen.

Additional Information

-Who We Are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. Our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

What We Offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you'll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We're a large, successful multinational company - and we're still growing all the time.

How We Are Committed To Your Safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day's work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we're also continually investing in new technologies that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.


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