About the Role

We are looking for a tax specialist to manage the UK tax team and to lead on corporation tax reporting matters (IFRS, UK GAAP and Solvency II) and other areas within the team’s remit (in particular, Pillar 2, VAT, transfer pricing and general advisory matters). While we are looking for somebody with technical expertise in tax reporting, you do not need to be a technical expert in indirect tax matters – rather, to have the confidence to get to the bottom of why things are as they are and to ask questions. This would be an exciting role for a corporate tax reporting specialist looking for more breadth in their next role.

We are looking for somebody with the energy and enthusiasm to drive project work forward, to manage our relationship with HMRC proactively and transparently, and to represent the tax function and to take ownership of the work the team produces in front of senior stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

Lead tax reporting (IFRS, UK GAAP, Solvency II) for several key re/insurance entities and service companies
Act as the key point of contact between the UK tax team, the financial & regulatory reporting teams, and Group Tax in Munich
Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across the business, providing practical, clear, and commercially relevant tax advice
Manage external advisers and advisory budgets across projects, ad hoc work, and the UK corporation tax compliance cycle
Oversight/sign-off of UK VAT compliance and UK IPT compliance
Collaborate with wider UK Finance teams to support quarter-end closing, improve processes, and strengthen financial controls
Proactively manage our relationship with HMRC with transparency and professionalism
Take ownership of the work delivered by the UK tax team, ensuring quality, clarity, and consistency

Competencies:

Strategic mindset (we think big) – you look, plan and move into the future with clear intentions and purposeful actions, seeking regular feedback, that allows you to make decisions today that will lead the business towards its future commitments.

Ensures accountability (we lead the ‘we’) – you hold yourself and others accountable to take responsibility and meet commitments, creating a culture where people own their decisions and actions and appreciate how they contribute to the team/organisation commitments.

Managing complexity (we grow with our clients) – you make sense of complex and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems, learning and sharing along the way.

Sponsors work (we care and dare) – you know when to lead and when to let others lead, providing direction and delegating to others, empowering and trusting them to achieve their commitments. Develops talent (we care and dare) – you develop the team to meet their career ambitions, building capability at an individual and organisational level, preparing them for future opportunities. You discuss feedback and development regularly and promote a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Being resilient (we are clear and authentic) – setbacks are unavoidable; however, you recover quickly, seek feedback, learn and unlearn and move forward with courage and commitment.

What We’re Looking For

A qualified accountant with post-qualification experience in an in-house tax role
Hands-on experience in IFRS and UK GAAP (or equivalent) tax accounting
Strong communication skills – able to explain complex tax issues clearly to a range of audiences
Strategic thinker who can also deliver at pace and manage complexity with confidence
Comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong attention to detail
An inclusive leader who supports team development, welcomes different perspectives, and creates an environment where people thrive

Desirable:

Knowledge of UK corporation tax and a genuine interest in developing your understanding of VAT and IPT
Candidates with strong technical knowledge of a non-UK tax regime and an interest in UK tax are also encouraged to apply
Experience or interest in the financial services sector

Thought Leaders:

You are seen as an expert in your field and will be the ‘go to’ person for your area of specialism within Munich Re. You will be seen as a role model/mentor to others – identifying opportunities to share your knowledge with others.

You will demonstrate and role model inclusive behaviour and encourage your colleagues to play an active role in creating an inclusive culture as well.

You will treat your colleagues and sales and business partners fairly and with respect

Regulatory & Conduct Requirements:

Over the coming years, the branch will transition to a third country branch to continue to operate post Brexit. Therefore, in addition to the responsibilities set out above, the tax function will also become responsible for:

Satisfying all regulatory reporting requirements in collaboration with the reporting function
Liaising with all relevant regulatory bodies in the UK, creating a highly credible reputation and strong, collaborative relationship
Ensuring compliance with Munich Re’s Code of Conduct and the FCA Conduct Rules

Benefits

You will be rewarded with a great compensation package, on target bonus, 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase more along with private medical insurance and employers' contributory pension of 10%

We are one of the few employers to offer fully paid 6months family leave for times when you need it the most.

About us

You will work in an environment where we think big: Change and culture are continuously role-modelled. We create and articulate a compelling and ambitious shared purpose, vision and direction. We pave the way towards success and see failure as learning

You are going to experience that we care & dare: We are empathetic. We know when to lead and know when to let others lead. We attract, grow and coach future leaders

We communicate in a clear & authentic way: We interact with a positive and humble spirit. We solicit feedback, ask and listen, learn and unlearn

You will grow with your clients: Whatever our role, we support business, in an efficient and effective way, to create value for our clients. We embrace new ways of working using digitalisation to deliver solutions

We lead the We: We have a passion for winning and growing as a team. We inspire people to be capable of joint performance. We create an inclusive environment where different thoughts, generations, cultures and experiences are valued and encouraged

At Munich Re, embracing the power of differences is at the core of who we are. We believe diversity fosters resilience and innovation and enables us to act on our purpose of helping humankind act braver and better. We recognise diversity can be multi-dimensional, intersectional, and complex, so we want to build a diverse workforce that includes a wide range of racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender identities; economic and geographic backgrounds; physical abilities; ages; life, school, and career experiences; and political, religious, and personal beliefs. Additionally, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive work environment where this diversity is celebrated, valued, and has equitable opportunities to succeed.

If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with everything outlined, or you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the candidate we are looking for!

All candidates in consideration for any role can request a reasonable adjustment at any point in our recruitment process. You can request an adjustment by speaking to your Talent Acquisition contact.

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