Senior Manager International Tax

Head of Tax Governance Location: Frankfurt Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Tax Governance to take ownership of group-wide tax compliance, risk management, and internal controls across a large, complex international organisation. This is a senior leadership role with broad cross-functional exposure and direct engagement with CFO and board-level stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Own and develop the Tax Compliance Management System (TaxCMS) in accordance with IDW PS 980, including risk analysis, reporting, and rollout across group companies. Build and maintain global tax risk profiles and deliver semi-annual risk reporting to the GRC Committee, CFO, and Global Head of Tax. Define and monitor group-wide key controls (ICS) and lead special audits (ISAE 3000, Public CbCR, IDW PS 980). Manage tax disputes, legal cases, and compliance violations, including criminal investigations. Collaborate cross-functionally with Compliance, Legal, HR, and Risk Management; represent Group Tax in major projects (e.g. Pillar 2, S/4HANA). Maintain tax guidelines and manuals, deliver training, and ensure MDR/DAC6 compliance. Manage external consultants, oversee budget and quality assurance, and lead the team. Your Profile Degree in taxation; Steuerberater qualification or equivalent strongly preferred. Several years of management experience, including board/CFO-level stakeholder engagement. Strong knowledge of national and international tax law. Experience developing tax risk management systems and internal control frameworks. Familiarity with tax criminal investigations, special audits, and legal case management. Fluent in German and English (written and spoken). Analytical, structured, and resilient, with strong communication and presentation skills. Comfortable in complex, multicultural environments with solid change management capabilities.

International Tax Manager Location: Frankfurt A role that inspires you Join an internationally active group as International Tax Manager, acting as a key partner for global financing, M&A, and restructuring projects. In this role, you will shape cross-border tax structures, support strategic transactions, and contribute to the continuous development of tax governance within a dynamic international environment. Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary tax contact for international financing, M&A, and restructuring projects. Develop tax-efficient structures for cross-border transactions and support tax ruling processes. Lead tax optimisation initiatives, particularly in financing structures. Monitor international tax law developments and coordinate external advisors. Manage foreign tax audits and support domestic audit processes. Advise on transfer pricing matters and support related documentation. Contribute to the Tax Compliance Management System and deliver tax training. Support reporting requirements and prepare management briefings. Handle ongoing tax queries and review relevant documentation. Develop and enhance internal tax processes and guidelines. Your Profile: Degree in law, economics, or a related discipline. Several years of experience in an international corporate tax function or a large advisory firm. Completed Tax Advisor qualification or equivalent (e.g. CPA, Wirtschaftsprüfer, or fully qualified lawyer with tax focus). Strong expertise in German and international tax law. Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Analytical, structured, and independent working style with high commitment. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Fluent English skills. What’s on Offer? A strategically relevant international tax role with exposure to global transactions. Close collaboration with senior stakeholders and international teams. Opportunity to shape tax structures and governance frameworks. Long-term development within a stable, international organisation.

Tax Manager - Transfer Pricing Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead transfer pricing activities within a dynamic multinational finance team. This role focuses on managing transfer pricing documentation, advising on restructurings, and collaborating with tax authorities worldwide. Key Responsibilities: Assess and document business restructurings and transfer pricing implications, including intangible asset valuations. Serve as a key liaison with domestic and international tax authorities during audits and compliance reviews. Support and coordinate global transfer pricing documentation, including Master and Local Files. Perform data analysis and prepare transfer pricing reports based on functional and economic analyses. Assist in negotiating and managing advance pricing agreements and resolving transfer pricing disputes globally. Contribute to the review and enhancement of transfer pricing policies and frameworks. Provide transfer pricing expertise for corporate projects such as mergers, acquisitions, and reorganisations. Requirements: Degree in Economics, Business, Law, or equivalent qualification. Several years of relevant experience in transfer pricing within consulting firms, corporate tax departments, or tax authorities. Strong understanding of both domestic and international transfer pricing and tax regulations. Proficient in German and English, with excellent communication skills. Analytical thinker with a structured and independent approach. Confident user of MS Office tools. Team player with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Tax Manager Location: Hamburg This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a broad range of tax matters within an international group environment. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, contributing to compliance, transactions, and strategic growth initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Manage income tax and VAT compliance for domestic group entities as part of a small specialist team. Prepare current and deferred tax calculations for group financial statements and act as key contact for auditors. Independently lead tax audits, including communication with tax authorities and external advisors. Take responsibility for tax aspects of European M&A transactions. Conduct tax due diligence and review transaction documentation for German projects. Coordinate and manage external advisors on international transactions, acting as the interface to internal teams. Advise on a broad range of national and international tax matters within a multi-entity group. Requirements: Qualified tax advisor with several years of experience in tax compliance and transaction-related work. Background in a professional services firm or an international corporate environment. Strong knowledge of German corporate and income tax, with exposure to international tax topics. Broad, generalist mindset with the ability to understand the wider business context. Confident user of accounting, reporting, and analysis tools; strong Excel skills. Very good written and spoken English; experience with tax or consolidation tools and transfer pricing is a plus. Structured, independent working style with strong communication skills, flexibility, and a high level of ownership.