Tax Manager

Job Profile Summary

Works alongside the Head of Tax looking after all tax matters relating to the syndicates and corporate entities in the group. This includes group reporting, tax compliance, and being involved in international tax areas and ad‑hoc projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the tax component of Chaucer’s group reporting process together with the other teams within finance.
• Manage the tax compliance process for the UK and overseas entities, in conjunction with the company’s tax advisers.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of transfer pricing local files across all jurisdictions.
• Play a proactive role in business transformation projects, improving tax‑related processes within and beyond finance, including use of technology tools where available.
• Maintain and enhance robust internal controls, ensuring compliance with Chaucer’s tax strategy and risk framework.
• Assist the Head of Tax in providing expert support to other business areas on tax matters as needed.

Regulatory Responsibilities

Tax return filings with HMRC and overseas tax authorities.

Essential Experience

• Good knowledge of UK corporation tax and tax accounting principles including financial statement tax disclosure and deferred tax calculations.
• Experience with assessment and implementation of controls and procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to the Lloyd’s / general insurance sector as a tax / finance specialist.
• Familiarity with OECD transfer pricing guidelines and Pillar Two VAT returns in the insurance sector, including the Partial Exemption Special Method regime and cross‑border issues.
• Experience with international tax matters including double tax treaties and certificates of residence.
• Experience with company expense and ledger systems.

Technical Skills

• Excel, essential.
• PowerBI, desirable.

Education

• ACA / ACCA essential.
• CTA desirable.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Chaucer is committed to diversity and actively values difference and respects people regardless of the protected characteristics outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We strive to promote a culture that recognises that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect throughout their employment.

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