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Posted Date:  7 Mar 2025
Posting End Date:  21/03/2025
Location:  Coventry
Company:  Severn Trent Water Limited
Department:  Finance and Assurance
Salary (£):  £70,000 - £95,000

Group Tax Manager

 

 

Hello, we’re Severn Trent and we think water…and people, are wonderful.  

 

24 hours a day, 365 days a year we serve 4.8 million households and business across the heart of the UK. Each cuppa drank and every toilet flushed is only possible because of the 6,500 brilliant team members working across our patch.

 

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality. We know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities where they live.

 

If you’re seeking an exciting and thoroughly rewarding career in Finance, Severn Trent is the place to be. 

 

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

 

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Group Tax Manager to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract

 

As the Group Tax Manager you will manage, coach and develop a team of 5 direct reports. This role involves advising on tax aspects of Group restructuring, M&A, financing, pension funding, and new business ventures.

 

You will ensure the Group maximises tax reliefs and opportunities, oversee tax governance, and manage tax reporting and compliance programs

 

Further responsibilities include:
 

  • Reviewing Corporation Tax Returns and ensuring timely submission to HMRC.
  • Providing VAT guidance and overseeing the monthly VAT return process.
  • Leading relationships with OFWAT and HMRC on tax matters.
  • Managing external adviser relationships and key internal stakeholders.

 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

 

You will be a Qualified Chartered Accountant or Chartered Tax Adviser, with significant experience in various taxation issues, a proven track record in tax leadership, and a history of developing high-performing teams

 

You will also have demonstrable experience providing business advice to Finance and non-Finance colleagues, have the ability to manage and prioritise multiple stakeholder demands and have the expertise to think commercially to add value to the wider organisation

 

 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

 

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent, and we’ll reward you for it too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

 

  • 31 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year) 
  • Annual bonus scheme (of up to 20% of salary dependent on company performance) 
  • Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%) 
  • Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate. 
  • Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’ 
  • Car allowance of £5,208 pa (pro-rata where appropriate) 
  • Private medical cover, life assurance, income protection and personal accident cover 
  • Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers. 
  • Family friendly policies 
  • Two volunteering days per year
  • Family friendly policies 
  • Two paid volunteering days per year 

 

WHATS NEXT?

 

We can’t wait to hear from you.

 

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.

 

And if your curiosity has peaked and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

 

Ps. we’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails.

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