AVP, International Tax
Role description
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The primary purpose of this position is to support the International Tax team on
a broad range of complex tax matters across EMEA including, M&A, special
projects, transfer pricing, tax controversy and, to a lesser extent, direct tax
compliance and US GAAP tax reporting.
International Tax Strategy
- Support the development and implementation of international tax strategies
while maintaining compliance with relevant laws and regulations
- Conduct technical research and provide analysis to senior leaders on the tax
implications of international business activities, reinsurance arrangements,
and cross‑border capital flows
- Assist in assessing the tax impact of mergers, acquisitions, expansions, and
corporate restructurings; contribute to the execution of functional or legal
entity restructuring projects
- Monitor international tax legislative developments and communicate potential
business impacts to relevant stakeholders
Compliance, Reporting & Governance
- Manage direct tax compliance across relevant jurisdictions ensuring accurate
and timely filings and audit readiness
- Assist in maintaining and updating global transfer pricing documentation,
intercompany agreements, and compliance requirements under OECD and local
rules
- Contribute to process improvements and tax technology/automation initiatives
to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and governance in tax processes
Risk Management
- Assist in identifying and assessing international tax risks associated with
cross‑border transactions, including reinsurance and other complex structures
- Support the maintenance of strong processes and internal controls to ensure
adherence to the company’s tax governance framework
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work with Finance, Legal, Treasury and other internal teams to ensure tax
considerations are incorporated into operational and transactional activities
- Liaise with external advisors, regulators, and auditors to support the
management of international tax matters and audits
- Support senior leaders in preparation for interactions with tax authorities
or participation in industry forums
Team Support & Development
- Provide guidance and support to junior team members as needed, fostering
collaboration and knowledge sharing within the international tax team
- Assist in managing project workstreams on complex tax matters, ensuring
accurate analysis, timely execution, and alignment with broader project
objectives
Qualifications / Education
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance or law from an accredited
college/university
- Licensed CPA/CA/CTA or similar
Skills / Competencies
- Strong knowledge of international tax rules, treaty analysis, BEPS
frameworks, and international transfer pricing standards
- Strong analytical, communication, decision making and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the capability to
influence senior executives and cross‑functional stakeholders
- While primarily a direct tax role, the ability to identify indirect tax and
employee tax issues is important given the coverage of this role
Experience
- Minimum five years international tax experience in industry and/or in a
public accounting firm
- Non-life insurance industry experience is an advantage
- Demonstrated experience in regional/global tax planning, international
compliance, cross‑border structuring, and transfer pricing
- Prior leadership experience managing teams and complex international
engagements
- Experience and knowledge of tax reporting within the framework of U.S. GAAP
and/or IFRS financial reporting is desired but not essential
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