Head of Global Tax

Thinkproject

Shape the future of global tax leadership at Thinkproject.

At Thinkproject, we are helping define a new era in construction technology. Our platform brings together one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios of proven solutions with an innovative, connected ecosystem designed to transform the way built assets are delivered, operated, renewed, and retired.

By combining deep information management expertise with strong sector knowledge across building, infrastructure, and energy, we enable our customers to work smarter throughout the full asset lifecycle through a powerful Connected Data Ecosystem.

We are now looking for an experienced and strategic Head of Global Tax to lead our international tax function and drive excellence across compliance, planning, governance, and team leadership.

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About the Role

As Head of Global Tax, you will take ownership of Thinkproject’s global tax strategy and compliance framework. This is a senior leadership position with broad international scope, responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, managing tax risk, advising on business decisions, and identifying opportunities to optimise the company’s tax position globally.

You will also lead and develop a high-performing tax team, working closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure tax considerations are fully aligned with corporate strategy and operational priorities.

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What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will be responsible for a broad range of strategic and operational tax activities, including:

Global Tax Strategy & Compliance

• Developing and implementing global tax strategies to support and optimise the company’s tax position

• Ensuring compliance with international tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements

• Overseeing the preparation and review of tax returns and filings across all relevant jurisdictions

• Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments and assessing their impact on the business

• Preparing and reviewing tax provision calculations and financial statement disclosures

Advisory & Risk Management

• Providing expert guidance on the tax implications of business transactions, legal structures, and corporate initiatives

• Managing tax audits, inquiries, and disputes with tax authorities across jurisdictions

• Identifying tax risks and opportunities and recommending appropriate actions

• Supporting the wider business with clear, commercially sound tax advice

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partnering with internal departments to ensure alignment between tax strategy, business objectives, and compliance requirements

• Contributing to decision-making on international business activities and organisational developments

• Participating in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability within the tax function

Leadership & Team Development

• Leading and managing the global tax team

• Building, motivating, and developing a high-performing function

• Providing coaching, guidance, and professional development opportunities for team members

• Promoting best practice and continuous improvement in global tax management

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What You’ll Bring

We are looking for a tax leader with strong international experience, excellent judgement, and the ability to combine technical expertise with commercial awareness.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• CPA, CTA, or equivalent professional certification required

• Minimum 10 years of experience in global tax management or a comparable senior tax role

• Experience gained within an international company environment

• German native speaker

Technical Expertise

• Extensive knowledge of international tax laws and regulations, with particular strength in Germany and global tax matters

• Profound expertise in transfer pricing within an international organisation

• Strong understanding of tax compliance, tax reporting, and tax planning in a multinational setting

Leadership & Personal Strengths

• Proven leadership and team management skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across functions and geographies

• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and best practice

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Why Join Thinkproject?

At Thinkproject, you will join a business where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are genuinely valued. We are passionate about what we do, and we believe our people play a central role in shaping the future of our company.

We take employee feedback seriously and invest in creating a culture built on mutual respect, development, and opportunity. When you join Thinkproject, you are not just taking on a role — you are helping shape what comes next.

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What We Offer

• Hybrid working

• Unlimited learning opportunities

• Thinkproject Academy

• Free English lessons

• Lunch ’n’ Learn sessions

• Open Forum with Leadership Team (Tp Café)

• Women’s Network

• LGBTQIA+ Network

• Coffee Chat Roulette

• Social events

• Volunteering activities

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How to Apply

If you are ready to bring your global tax expertise to an innovative international business, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application, including your salary expectations and earliest possible start date, using the application form on the next page.

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Your Contact

Ulrike Ecke

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