Astellas Pharma
Tax Compliance Reporting and Control Lead EMEA UK
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology, and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Working Environment and Location
This is a permanent role based in the UK (Addlestone) with a hybrid working model. The expectation is to be in the office 1-2 days per week. At Astellas, we recognize the importance of work/life balance and are proud to offer a hybrid working solution that allows time to connect with colleagues at the office while providing the flexibility to work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
Purpose and Scope
The EMEA Direct Tax is accountable for managing, supporting, and advising on all direct tax matters across the EMEA region. The team works closely with local EMEA affiliates and cross-regional stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient reporting to Group headquarters in Japan and to external stakeholders, including local tax authorities.
The function provides strategic direction and advice to the Group Headquarters, Affiliates, Corporate, and wider functions, with a strong focus on tax risk management, governance, and the consistent application of sound tax practices. It supports the delivery of the Group’s tax strategy and helps maintain a robust control environment.
As part of a highly experienced, collaborative team, the role offers broad exposure and variety. The position operates with a high degree of autonomy while maintaining strong, proactive communication within the tax team and with the wider business. A key emphasis is on transformation through automation, controls, and standardization, leveraging technology to help shape and deliver the future Astellas tax operating model.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Role and Responsibilities
- Demonstrate agility and adaptability as the EMEA tax operating model continues to evolve.
- Provide day-to-day operational leadership, coaching, and oversight to junior team members.
- Review and take ownership of EMEA quarterly and year-end direct tax reporting, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
- Own and maintain the direct tax compliance calendar; manage the outsourced compliance engagement with the appointed external tax advisor to deliver returns on time and to the required quality standard.
- Lead cross-regional communications and take accountability for EMEA inputs to head office reporting requirements, including CbCR, Pillar Two, JCFC, and J SOX.
- Own the EMEA Direct tax budget, monitoring and managing external advisor engagements as appropriate.
- Drive continuous improvement/transformation across processes, identifying and delivering opportunities to standardize, centralize, and automate activities using technology.
- Design, document, and implement standardized processes, ensuring robust governance, controls, and audit-ready documentation.
Role and Responsibilities
- Partner with local affiliates and external advisors to identify, manage, and resolve tax risks and opportunities, including local audits and incentive/relief claims (e.g., capital allowances, RDEC, Patent Box).
- Support the EMEA Direct Tax Lead and wider stakeholders on ad hoc tax advisory and project work (e.g., business investments and office/location initiatives).
Essential Qualifications
- University Degree.
- Recognized accountancy and/or tax qualification with 10+ years post-qualification experience.
- Experience with Corporate Income Tax EMEA region (UK, Ireland, NL).
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Preferred Qualifications
- Life Science, Pharma, or Medical Sector experience.
- International Tax proficiency.
- RDEC and/or patent box experience.
- Technology implementation.
- Strong reporting and compliance background within multinational listed organizations.
Benefits
Careers | Astellas
Why Astellas
- Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
- Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
- Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
- A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
Values
- Integrity
- Innovation
- Impact
Behaviors
- We come together as ‘One Astellas’, working with courage and a sense of urgency.
- We are outcome focused and consistently take accountability for our personal contribution.
Our Organisational Values and Behaviours
- Accountability
- Courage
- Impact
- Innovation
- Integrity
- One Astellas
- Outcome Focus
- Sense of Urgency
Skills And Capabilities
- Organizational Focus
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Beware of recruitment scams impersonating Astellas recruiters or representatives. Authentic communication will only originate from an official Astellas LinkedIn profile or a verified company email address. If you encounter a fake profile or anything suspicious, report it promptly to LinkedIn's support team through LinkedIn Help.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills