International Tax Manager / International Tax Specialist

Arch Insurance (UK) Limited

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About the Opportunity

This is a newly created role within the International Tax team, offering the chance to work across a broad and varied EMEA tax landscape. The position will support a wide range of international tax matters, including M&A activity, business restructurings, special projects, transfer pricing, tax controversy, and, to a lesser extent, direct tax compliance and US GAAP tax reporting.

It is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and is keen to build hands-on experience across multiple jurisdictions.

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What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will work closely with the International Tax team and key stakeholders across the business to provide practical, commercially focused tax support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support international tax projects across EMEA, including:

• Business expansion initiatives

• Corporate restructurings

• Mergers and acquisitions

• Strategic tax-led projects

• Provide tax input and guidance on:

• International contracts

• Cross-border transactions

• Commercial and strategic initiatives

• Monitor and assess tax developments, including:

• Jurisdictional tax changes

• Regional legislative updates

• Global tax reform and emerging rules

• Manage tax authority interactions across multiple jurisdictions, including responses to interventions and controversies

• Assist with transfer pricing matters, including the preparation of supporting documentation

• Collaborate with internal teams such as:

• Finance

• Legal

• HR

• Treasury

• Wider business functions

• Build and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, including tax authorities

• Deliver tax advice to senior stakeholders on a wide range of international tax matters

• Support income tax provision processes for selected jurisdictions under:

• US GAAP

• Local GAAP

• Oversee direct tax compliance obligations, including filings and payment requirements in certain jurisdictions

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What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a proactive and commercially aware tax professional who is naturally curious, solutions-focused, and confident working in a dynamic international environment.

Ideal Profile

• A strong problem-solver who can approach complex issues with confidence and practicality

• Resourceful and proactive, with the judgment to know when to escalate or seek guidance

• Comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced setting

• Collaborative in style, with the ability to work effectively across teams and jurisdictions

• Organised and delivery-focused, with strong project management capability

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following:

• Accounting

• Economics

• Finance

• Law

• Professional qualification such as:

• CPA

• CA

• CTA

• Or an equivalent tax/accounting credential

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Experience & Skills

• At least 3 years of tax experience gained in:

• Industry

• A public accounting firm

• Or a combination of both

• Insurance industry experience is advantageous, but not essential

• Experience with tax reporting under U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS is desirable, though not required

• While this is primarily a direct tax role, the ability to identify:

• Indirect tax considerations

• Employee tax issues

  is important given the breadth of the position

• Strong ability to research and interpret tax law and apply it to commercial business transactions

• Proven project management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Strong prioritisation skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a changing environment

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Why Join Arch?

If you enjoy solving complex business problems, working alongside talented colleagues, and contributing with an innovative mindset, Arch could be an excellent fit for you.

This role offers the chance to gain exposure to a wide range of international tax issues while partnering with stakeholders across a global organisation. You’ll be part of a business that values expertise, encourages collaboration, and supports meaningful career growth.

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Interested?

If this opportunity sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to hear from you.

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Arch Europe Insurance Services Ltd
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