Head of Tax, Europe and Asia Pacific

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JOB PURPOSE 

To protect the CIBC group, its shareholders, officers, directors and employees as well as its clients by meeting tax regulatory and tax compliance requirements in Europe and APAC and by providing tax advice and regulatory guidance, in collaboration with the broader Taxation Group, to support the development of plans, strategies, policies, practices and procedures as appropriate or necessary, while reducing the risk, costs and penalties, both tangible and intangible, of non-compliance with the tax laws and regulations impacting our many businesses.

Effectively manage corporate tax, tax reporting and related issues for CIBC, with a focus on the UK and working with 3rd party providers in Luxembourg and APAC for jurisdictional specific matters.

In collaboration with Taxation Group team members, provide first line of contact for advice and support to the businesses on various live trade, lending, and other product and business opportunities  (UK, Europe, Canada, USA and APAC) and as well for corporate structural and planning in the Europe and APAC.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage the Europe and APAC taxation function, with particular focus on tax reporting, compliance and accounting of Europe and APAC.
• In collaboration with Taxation Group team members, support the development and management of business and product strategies, as tax relevant operational dimensions, ensuring compliance with applicable tax regulations.
• Ensure that roles, responsibilities and accountabilities as regards taxation matters are defined and understood, with revisions as and when appropriate to reflect changes in the needs of the businesses, regulators and legislation.
• Maximize effectiveness of tax knowledge transfer by encouraging tax awareness and compliance culture amongst client business groups. Selectively channeling effort to groups with the greatest and most pressing needs.
• In collaboration with Taxation Group team members, shape and influence business strategies and strategic planning in Europe and Asia Pacific with a view to managing tax risk.
• Provide the necessary guidance to business units and executive management in order to ensure that business plans are both formulated and implemented in a manner consistent with the relevant local taxation, legal and regulatory regimes and the Bank's own internal policies.
• To interact with taxation authorities or regulatory agencies as required, e.g. manage the continual UK tax audit cycle.
• In collaboration with Taxation Group team members, identify, assess and analyze the tax implications of a strategic initiative or transaction, develop a comprehensive plan, manage key areas of tax risk and opportunity and provide  recommendations to business partners.
• In collaboration with Taxation Group team members, lead and manage the implementation and maintenance of tax proposals or tax aspects of a transaction including, serving as a team member on multifunctional projects, interpretation and resolution of tax issues, reviewing transaction documents and monitoring and ensuring ongoing compliance with tax guidelines.
• Lead, manage and develop the Europe and APAC tax team supporting team members in their development and training.

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Support Capital Markets, Corporate Banking & Investment Banking as required.
• Advise business management, operations, trading documentation and technology on initiatives .
• Partner and collaborate with Legal on regulatory and litigation matters as necessary.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• As an employee of CIBC, the incumbent must comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, guidelines and controls.  
• As a manager of people, this job must ensure all employees within the business unit comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, guidelines and controls.

AUTHORITIES/DECISION RIGHTS 

• As a key contributor to the business unit, this job has the authority to recommend changes to business processes in order to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• As a manager of people, this job has the authority to assign tasks to employees within their span of control, select individuals for hire, assess individual performance, make employee compensation decisions and take disciplinary measures up to and including termination.
• Authorised signatory for tax documentation

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Number of Direct and Indirect Reports: 3
• Total FTE of Client Groups: n/a
• Lines of Business Supported: Capital Markets, Corporate Banking,  Investment Banking
• Geographies Covered: Europe, APAC; and Canada, US, Caribbean with support of Taxation Group team members

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• UK chartered tax adviser/accountant or similar qualification with 7 years or more years of tax experience or legally qualified with prior experience in accounting, finance or related field.
• Sound technical taxation and corporate planning knowledge and sound commercial sense.
• In-depth technical knowledge of UK tax laws and regulations, in particular direct and indirect tax aspects of banking and financial services
• Management of tax planning and compliance issues
• Experience in providing tax advisory services, and the necessary strategic, commercial and communication skills to support this
• Good understanding of equivalent laws, directives and regulations impacting the Bank's clients and operations in the rest of Europe and APAC and our regulators in order to effectively formulate policies and procedures for these regions.
• Knowledge of industry and market practices, products and services sufficient to analyze complex issues and developments and apply such knowledge to the Bank's own practices, products and services; reshaping the Bank's practices and  procedures in order to align with and conform to industry norms.  Collegiate participation in appropriate forums aimed at anticipatory and pre-emptive action to minimize risk of unnecessary Governmental, legal or regulatory scrutiny.
• Results-oriented, self-motivated, proactive and proven ability to work independently.
• Focused, thorough and disciplined in approach.
• Decisive, confident and comfortable working closely with and collaborating with business partners.
• Excellent communication skills; able to translate technical guidance into business terms and implications.
• Advanced problem solving skills leading to practical solutions on a broad range of matters.  

WORKING CONDITIONS

·This role operates under a hybrid working model with little exposure to adverse working conditions.

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-
• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit

Job Location

150 Cheapside, London, UK

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

35

Skills

Advisory Services, Advisory Services, Banking, Business Banking, Business Policies, Capital Markets, Collaborating, Collaboration, Communication, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Requirements, Corporate Tax, Directives, Ensure Compliance, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Financial Services, Investment Banking, Leadership, Lending, People Management, Problem Solving, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Strategic Planning, Tax Advising {+ 9 more}

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