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Croda is a FTSE100 organisation
Croda is a FTSE100 organisation where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create ‘our Purpose, Smart science to improve lives™’. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialise in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets.
We are focused on developing our inclusive culture through accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.
As we deliver our ambitious 2030 Growth Strategy, we’re looking for a Group Tax Manager.
Who We’re Looking For
- Strong technical tax knowledge with a practical, solution-oriented approach.
- Experience operating in a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment, with an ability to prioritise delivery and execution in a practical, operational environment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs to fixed deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills, supported by hands-on project and delivery experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced capabilities in Excel.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Demonstrates consistent honesty and integrity, with a clear and transparent approach.
- Skilled in translating complex tax concepts into clear, accessible language for non-specialists, with strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Execute key elements of the Group Tax Strategy, including the coordination of tax incentives, claims, and structural initiatives with advisor support.
- Support the Group Tax Director in maintaining and enhancing tax controls and governance frameworks, embedding continuous improvement in tax policies and processes.
- Monitor domestic and international tax legislation and reporting developments, assessing impacts on tax rate, cash tax, and disclosures, and escalating risks and implementation considerations.
- Oversee transfer pricing compliance for intra-group services, including calculations, documentation, and coordination with advisors.
- Lead Pillar 2 compliance activities, including country-by-country reporting, data collection, calculations, filings, and top-up taxes, working closely with advisors and internal finance teams.
- Manage the Group’s tax provisioning process, including preparation, review, and financial statement disclosures, and liaise with external auditors.
- Deliver multi-jurisdictional tax projects and workstreams, ensuring compliance, providing technical support, and managing tax authority interactions.
- Drive improvements in tax processes and reporting, including tax payments, forecasting, and budgeting, while supporting finance stakeholders with practical tax input.
- Provide oversight of VAT compliance and support payroll and HR teams on employment tax matters.
- Support the implementation and optimisation of tax technology solutions from both operational and compliance perspectives.
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This role offers exposure to complex international tax matters, senior stakeholders, and Group-wide projects within a FTSE 100 environment and is well suited to an experienced tax professional seeking a hands-on Group role with real responsibility and impact over a defined period.
What We Offer
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- Defined benefit pension scheme
- 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
- Private medical insurance
- Free lunch in on-site restaurant
- Access to share plans
- Generous parental leave
- Retail platform benefits
- Free car parking on Croda sites
- Flexible working arrangements
In addition to the benefits above, employees also have access to a salary sacrifice car scheme* after 6 months with the company, Cycle to Work scheme*, Health Cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme in addition access to number of health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year. *Please note salary criteria is applicable for this benefit.
Additional Information
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email candidate@croda.com.
Why Croda?
At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.
Croda is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
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