Head of Tax

The Tax team ensures the bank meets all its tax obligations accurately and on time, while supporting the business with expert advice on the tax implications of products, transactions, and strategic decisions. The team manages tax reporting and compliance across multiple entities, monitors regulatory change, and works closely with Finance, Legal, and the wider business to manage tax risk and optimise outcomes in line with the bank's commercial objectives and regulatory requirements.

The role can be based in either Chatham or Wolverhampton and will require occasional travel between the Group's Chatham, London and Wolverhampton offices.

The key purpose of this role is to lead the Group's in-house tax function and for the development, implementation and oversight of the Group's tax strategy, governance framework and tax compliance obligations.

The role ensures the timely and accurate submission of all tax returns, maintains effective tax risk management and control frameworks, and acts as the Group's principal interface with HMRC and other external stakeholders. The Head of Tax provides strategic, pragmatic tax advice to senior management and supports the Group's commercial objectives within a highly regulated banking environment.

Your responsibilities will also include…

• Leading and developing the Group's in-house tax function, acting as the primary internal authority on all tax matters.
• Owning the Group's Tax Strategy, ensuring annual review, Board approval and publication in line with legislative requirements.
• Overall responsibility for the preparation, review and submission of the Group's UK Corporation Tax returns.
• Acting as the Group's primary point of contact with HMRC across all taxes.
• Providing tax analysis and advice on commercial transactions, business initiatives and strategic projects.
• Identifying opportunities to optimise the Group's tax position within its stated tax strategy and risk appetite.
• Monitoring and analysing actual tax charges against forecast, ensuring variances are understood and reflected in future planning.

We offer a competitive base salary from £112,000 dependent on experience and benefits package including:

• Discretionary annual bonus opportunity of up to 40%
• Car allowance of £7,500
• Enhanced family-focused benefits
• Hybrid-working

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At OSB Group, we understand how much our people bring to our organisation, which is why we try our best to give back too! Our Purpose is to help our customers, colleagues and communities prosper and we are on a transformation journey to become 'the bank of the future'.

Our commitment to professional development, flexible working, and employee well-being fosters a dynamic and supportive workplace.

We are looking for talented individuals who have the experience and skills set out below:

• Post-qualification experience in tax, gained within a leading professional services firm and/or a senior in-house role is essential
• Experience operating at a senior level, with accountability for tax strategy, governance and compliance is essential
• Experience with in financial services or another highly regulated environment is strongly preferred
• Leadership capability is essential.
• Recognised Tax and Accountancy Qualification (e.g. CTA, ACA) is essential.

We also believe that your career and how you progress is as unique as your individual personality. We continually support our people so they can become the best version of themselves.

Interested? Apply now! Still considering? Hear from our team or learn more about our recruitment process: OSB Careers

We believe in a personalised and inclusive approach, ensuring the process is relevant and conversational. If you need any adjustments or support, we're here to make sure you can show your best self.

Our team value spending time together in the office, typically 3 days a week to support collaboration and connection with colleagues, but we're happy to have a conversation about what flexibility might look like for you.

Not sure if you meet all the criteria? Let us decide. Studies show that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often feel they need to meet 100% of the criteria before applying. At OSB, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that diversity brings. We're committed to creating an inclusive space where everyone feels empowered to apply - even if you don't check every box.

We actively promote diversity at all levels, with Board-level Diversity Champions monitoring our progress. We're proud to be signatories of the Women in Finance Charter, supporting the growth of senior women in our sector. Our commitment extends to treating all employees and applicants equitably, ensuring fairness and respect for all.