Head of Tax Compliance

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandCreation Date: 08-Oct-2025Employment Type: PermanentEmployment Type: Full timeRef #: 1234571929Description & RequirementsRole Title: Head of Tax Compliance & ReportingDepartment: FinanceTeam: Finance - TaxLocation: LondonType: PermanentAbout the Role:Reporting into the LII Tax Director, the Head of Tax Compliance & Reporting is responsible for leading the UK, European and MENA direct tax compliance and reporting for Liberty Mutual group, a large, outbound US insurer. Owning the end‑to‑end tax reporting, controls and filings, the role will partner with the business and the US Corporate tax team to ensure tax matters are managed effectively. The role will also be responsible for modernising processes through the use of data, implementing automation and AI to deliver a high‑quality, low‑surprise tax function aligned to growth.About the Department & Team:The Liberty International Insurance (“LII”) Tax Department comprises a dynamic team of tax professionals managing international tax matters and compliance processes as well as supporting other internal functions and businesses across the LII and wider Global Risk Solutions division.Key Responsibilities:Lead the UK, European and MENA direct tax compliance lifecycle: provisions, returns, payments/refunds, audits and cash forecastingOwn tax reporting packs for management and Group (US GAAP – ASC 740 and local GAAPs), including drivers of ETR, rate reconciliation and Pillar Two readinessOwn other reporting requirements to management and Group including quarterly submissions (e.g. management reporting, quarterly tax reporting)Oversee tax balance sheet integrity, reconciliations and journals; strengthen month/quarter end controlsManage the relationship and deliverables of the outsourced compliance providers in relation to the EMEA jurisdictionsWork collaboratively with the business, wider finance and the US corporate tax team in relation to the compliance and reporting cyclesRegulation, Governance and RiskWork collaboratively with the Tax Risk and Governance team to maintain a proportionate tax control framework aligned to legislative frameworks such as UK SAO, HMRC BRR+ and Corporate Criminal Offence requirementsMonitor tax risks and their remediation as requiredMonitor and implement legislative change (e.g. Pillar Two/GloBE, UK QDMTT)Manage tax authority relationships and audits, driving cooperative compliance and low‑risk outcomesStakeholder Management & LeadershipBuild strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including country CFOs, the US tax team, legal teams, LII tax, treasury, and external advisorsLead and develop a small team; set priorities, coach for impact and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvementManage advisors efficiently; challenge scope and fees to ensure value is createdContribute to the tax strategy and operating model evolution across LII TaxDrive continuous improvement in tax processes, systems, and controls within the EMEA and MENA regions, leveraging technology where appropriateRepresent the company in relevant industry forums or tax associations as requiredSkills and Experience:Inclusive leader who develops talent and builds partnershipsClear communicator; confident with senior stakeholdersProactive, hands‑on, able to prioritise and meet deadlinesCommercial, outcome‑focused and curious; remains calm under pressureQualified accountant and/or tax adviser (ACA/ACCA/CTA or equivalent)Strong UK corporate tax technical base; practical European compliance/reporting exposureA credible preparer and reviewer of tax provisions (US GAAP – ASC 740) and local GAAP tax reportingInsurance or financial services background; Lloyd’s market familiarity advantageousDemonstrated ability to simplify complexity and deliver commercial, pragmatic solutionsTrack record implementing process improvements using data, automation and/or AIComfortable with ERP/EPM and tax technologies (e.g. SAP, Alteryx/Power BI); strong ExcelKnowledge of SAO, HMRC LBS/BRR+, CCO; good understanding of Pillar Two tax impactsAbout Liberty Specialty Markets (LSM)Liberty Specialty Markets is part of Global Risk Solutions and the broader Liberty Mutual Insurance Group, which is a leading global insurer. We offer a breadth of world‑class insurance and reinsurance services to brokers and insureds in all major markets.Our people are key to our success. That is why “Put People First” is one of the five Liberty values which unite us as a global organisation. We bring this to life for our colleagues through:Offering a vibrant and inclusive environment and committing to their career development.Promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Our Inclusion Matters framework and employee‑led networks strengthen the diversity of our workforce and our inclusive environment.Reinforcing that collaborating together to share our unique perspectives help us make better decisions, deliver innovative solutions and pursue our ambitious goals.A supportive culture, which includes promoting a healthy work‑life balance and working flexibly.For more information, please follow the links below:https://www.libertyspecialtymarkets.com/gb-en/careers/working-for-ushttps://www.libertyspecialtymarkets.com/gb-en/careers/diversity-inclusion-wellbeing/diversity-and-inclusion #J-18808-Ljbffr