Senior International Tax Manager
Madrid, ES
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We are seeking a highly motivated Senior International Tax Manager to strengthen the Group Tax function, with primary responsibility for managing international tax matters across the Group’s jurisdictions excluding Luxembourg and the United States, where dedicated specialist tax teams are in place.
The role will have ownership of international tax compliance, governance and cross border tax projects, coordinating closely with Finance, Legal, Treasury and external advisors across the AD jurisdictions (+20 in Europe and APAC). While Luxembourg and U.S. taxation sit outside the operational scope of this position, close alignment with the respective specialist teams forms part of the global tax operating model.
This role offers broad exposure across the Group and a unique opportunity to operate in a complex multinational environment with a high degree of autonomy, responsibility and visibility.
Key Responsibilities
International Tax Oversight
• Lead and coordinate tax matters across the Group’s international jurisdictions (excluding Luxembourg and the United States).
• Oversee local tax compliance obligations through local finance teams and external advisors.
• Monitor tax filing calendars, tax payments, deadlines and recurring obligations across jurisdictions.
• Review local tax positions and ensure consistency with Group tax policies, governance standards and risk appetite.
• Coordinate tax input for new entity setups, closures, liquidations and structural changes.
• Maintain ongoing visibility over tax risks, exposures and planning opportunities across the international footprint.
Cross Border Projects & Strategic Initiatives
• Own and drive tax workstreams relating to legal entity simplification projects, mergers, liquidations and internal reorganisations.
• Lead tax input on dividend repatriation strategies, withholding tax management and broader cash extraction initiatives.
• Assess tax implications of cross border financing flows and intercompany arrangements
• Provide tax support on acquisitions, disposals and business expansion initiatives, as required.
• Coordinate the implementation of global tax initiatives and legislative developments impacting the Group.
Governance, Controls & Reporting
• Pillar Two readiness, including data collection, impact assessments, implementation support and ongoing monitoring across relevant jurisdictions.
• Country by Country Reporting (CbCR) processes.
• DAC6 / MDR reporting processes across applicable jurisdictions.
• Develop and maintain tax trackers, dashboards and management reporting to provide clear tax insights and support senior management decision making.
• Contribute actively to the design, maintenance and enhancement of the Group tax governance framework, policies and internal controls.
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Tax Audits & Controversy Management
• Act as tax point of contact for local tax audits, authority queries and information requests across the international jurisdictions.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors during audits, disputes and controversy matters.
• Ensure audit readiness through robust documentation standards and effective file management.
• Identify, escalate and support the resolution of material tax risks and exposures.
Digitalisation, Data & Emerging Technologies
• Contribute to the evolution of the Group’s tax data and digitalisation strategy, including increased use of automation, data analytics and emerging AI enabled tools within tax processes.
• Identify opportunities where technology can enhance efficiency, accuracy and insight across tax compliance, reporting and governance activities.
• Work collaboratively with Finance and other functions to leverage existing systems, tools and data sources in support of tax objectives.
Qualifications & Experience
• 8–12 years of relevant experience, ideally gained in Big Four international tax teams and/or in house multinational groups.
• Specific experiences with overseeing multiples jurisdictions and coordinating global tax project within multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong knowledge of international corporate tax principles and cross border taxation.
• Proven experience managing multi jurisdictional tax matters through advisor networks.
• Exposure to reorganisations, group simplification, M&A, withholding tax, tax audits and governance frameworks.
• Familiarity with Pillar Two, DAC6, CbCR and global tax transparency initiatives.
• Strong analytical, project management and problem solving skills.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to balance technical accuracy and pragmatism.
• Fluent English required; other European languages advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience desirable.
• Ability to operate autonomously and confidently in a fast paced international environment.
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WHAT WE OFFER
We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.
Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.
Our global benefits also include:
- Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
- Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
- Continuous mentoring along your career progression
- Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
- 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program
- The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
- Plus additional local benefits depending on your location
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