EMEA Head of Indirect Tax

Our client, a global organisation in their sector, is seeking a senior indirect tax professional to lead their EMEA function. This is a high-impact, strategic role overseeing compliance, risk, and optimisation of indirect tax across a complex international landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead indirect tax strategy and compliance across EMEA.
• Oversee VAT flows and manage associated risks.
• Drive automation, outsourcing, and process improvement.
• Develop tax control frameworks and cashflow reporting.
• Act as tax lead on ERP and digital tax initiatives.
• Advise on complex supply chains and transactions.
• Manage relationships with tax authorities and external providers.
• Monitor legislative changes and deliver internal training.
• Collaborate with relevant business units.

Requirements

• ACA and/or CTA qualified.
• 15+ years' experience in indirect tax within a multinational or Big 4.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially focused with a track record of delivering change.
• Familiarity with SAP and tax technology is a plus.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

This role offers the chance to shape and lead indirect tax policy across a global business. The successful candidate will partner with senior stakeholders to deliver cost savings, reduce risk, and improve operational efficiency.