Tax Manager (12-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in analytics, insights and proprietary data across the entire energy and natural resources landscape.For over 50 years our work has guided the decisions of the world's most influential energy producers, utilities companies, financial institutions and governments.Now, with the world's energy system more complex and interconnected than ever before, sector-specific views are no longer enough. That's why we've redefined what's possible with Intelligence Connected.By fusing our unparalleled proprietary data with the sharpest analytical minds, all supercharged by Synoptic AI, we deliver a clear, interconnected view of the entire value chain. Our trusted team of 2,700 experts across 30 countries breaks siloes and connects industries, markets and regions across the globe.This empowers our customers to identify risk sooner, spot opportunities faster and recalibrate strategy with confidence - whether planning days, weeks, months or decades ahead.Wood MackenzieIntelligence ConnectedWoodMac.comWood Mackenzie Brand VideoWood Mackenzie ValuesInclusive - we succeed togetherTrusting - we choose to trust each otherCustomer committed - we put customers at the heart of our decisionsFuture Focused - we accelerate changeCurious - we turn knowledge into actionWe are looking for an experienced and highly organised Tax Manager to join our in-house tax team on a 12-month fixed-term basis. This is a great opportunity to broaden your international tax exposure while working within a fast-paced, globally operating business.The RoleYou will play a key role across a broad range of tax disciplines - including Corporate Tax, VAT/GST and Transfer Pricing - spanning the UK and multiple international jurisdictions. Day to day, you will collaborate closely with colleagues across Tax and Finance, engage with senior stakeholders across the business, and work alongside our external tax advisors to ensure our global compliance and reporting obligations are met efficiently and on time. This role reports to the Director of Group Tax.What You Will Be DoingAssisting with UK and international corporate tax computations and returnsPreparing and submitting UK and international VAT/GST returnsMonitoring and managing tax filing and payment deadlines to ensure global complianceReconciling direct and indirect tax accounts within our accounting systemPreparing quarterly transfer pricing adjustments and supporting documentation across the groupProducing Withholding Tax documentation for our global businessActing as a point of contact for tax queries from business units and internal stakeholders worldwideCollaborating with external tax advisors and auditors, providing data and reviewing queries as requiredSupporting on ad hoc projects and general team responsibilities as neededWhat We Are Looking ForExperience and QualificationsDemonstrable tax experience gained in industry or a comparable roleTax experience in other jurisdictions : EMEA, US, Canada, LATAM, Asia Pacific (desirable)Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and OutlookATT or CTA qualification is desirable - though not essential if you have practical experienceSkills and AttributesA sharp eye for detail and a commitment to accuracyClear communicator, both written and verbalComfortable working to deadlines and managing competing priorities under pressureProactive and adaptable, with a willingness to take on new challengesA collaborative team player who builds strong relationships at all levels of the businessWell-organised, with a structured and methodical approach to workEqual OpportunitiesWe are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at