Tax Risk and Projects Manager

__vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Location__ London __vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Full Time/Part Time__ Full-time __vacancyopjusttionswidget.opt-Job Family__ Tax__jobinformationwidget.freetext.ExternalReference__Helping over ten million people around the world manage their savings, retirement plans and life insurance requires a lot of people behind the scenes. It’s up to us inL&G Group functions– which includes our tech and digital teams, Group Finance, HR, Risk and Corporate Affairs – to provide the essential support services that all areas of the business need, here in the UK and overseas. Simply put, we enable everyone at Legal & General to do what they do best. That means we’re helping to improve our customers’ lives and contributing to the success of the business every day. Job Description We’re recruiting for aTax Risk & Project Manager who will be responsible for the tax risk management framework within L&G including preparation of SAO report, acting as Secretary to the Tax Risk Committee and input into the Annual Report and Accounts on risk matters. A large proportion of this role will be supporting tax reporting and compliance projects including Pillar II implementation and wider Finance Transformation.Additionally, this role has responsibility for a small number of Group Head Office companies’ tax compliance and supports group reporting as required.What you'll be doing:You will be responsible for completing the Senior Accounting Officer disclosures annually and ensuring processes are in place to support a clean sign-off annually.You will communicate the L&G approach to tax risk management to HMRC.You will be responsible for the management of tax risk across the group including secretary to the Tax Risk Committee, developing and managing the tax risk framework. You will ensure tax policies are in place where appropriate and work with the wider tax team to develop, refresh and update existing policies where required. You will support the Chief Tax Officer and Head of Tax Compliance, Reporting & Risk on managing L&G’s relationship with HMRC, including engagement planning and co-ordination, and monitoring of open issues.You will provide tax support for major tax projects including Pillar II implementation and Finance Transformation.Completion of corporation tax computations and group reporting for a small number of Group Head Office companies.You will liaise with key finance and business contacts to build networks and ensure smooth management of tax risk processes and projects.Business Partnering with Group Risk and finance teams across the required divisions.You will support the Chief Tax Officer with tax projects as they arise. Support other members of the tax team with ad hoc queries, projects and transactions as required. You will provide tax input into advisory papers as appropriate.You will ensure all activities are carried out in line with our Treating Customers Fairly accountability. Qualifications Statutory and regulatory legislation• Knowledge of UK Taxes Acts, specifically in relation to corporation tax to the extent that they apply to the companies in the group for which tax responsibility held.• Knowledge of IAS 12 and other tax aspects of UK GAAP and IFRS.• Develops knowledge of the Pillar II regime.• Develops understanding of the key concepts which drive regulation within our markets.Business/Commercial• Understanding of the general business and financial services environment and regulatory business requirements and its impact on Legal & General's strategy.• Develops practical knowledge of each of the Group's businesses and how they interrelate including a knowledge of the operational structures of senior management and their reporting lines.• Develops and maintains a working knowledge of the Group's policies and procedures including the Group’s risk management framework.• Develops and maintains a commercial awareness of all businesses and products offered within the L&G Group.Reporting requirements• Ability to manage the production of both internal and external financial reporting documentation.Systems and IT • Develop knowledge of L&G Group’s Consolidation System and UK general ledger.• Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office products in particular Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.• Detailed application of the department’s specific tax software packages.Communication • Communicate technical issues in a clear, simple manner to a wide audience.• Prepared to listen to others and work to understand their viewpoint.• Ability to create and deliver clear and concise written or verbal reports.• Ability to adapt approach to suit audience.Analytical ability • Assimilates complex information, identifies key issues, implications and consequences.• Ability to review for trends, anticipate problems/omissions and consider potential ways to mitigate them.• Be able to take ‘big picture’ approach.Leadership • Prioritisation, planning and organisation of multitask/person assignments.• Works with and provides guidance and support to other teams.• Works to build contacts within the organisation.Initiative • Seeks solutions to problems with support.• Ability to progress idea/solution by undertaking extra tasks proactively.Judgement • Clarifies objectives, aims, timescales and required outcomes.• Obtains appropriate factual data to assist in decision-making.Managing Relationships • Builds and develops strong relationships with staff, peers and other contacts within the business and externallyWhatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemesLife assurancePrivate medical insurance (permanent employees only)At least 27days holiday, plus public holidays, 28days after 2 years’ service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holidayCompetitive family leaveParticipate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrificeThere are the many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and onlineIn 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart Additional Information Legal & General is a leading financial services organisation, named Britain’s Most Admired Company
in 2023, for the second year running. Rated top in our sector and top for inspirational leadership, we have a strong heritage and an exciting future.We’re one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurers.Connecting to form a unique business model which drives value for our customers and society. And enabling our people to create impact through work that is meaningful and valued.If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.We strive to be open, mindful, and inclusive, so are always willing to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs. It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose.If you’re open to find out more, we'd love to hear from you.Great news! We will let you know when a new job like thishas been added!
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