Lead Tax Manager

Lead Tax Manager Contract: 6 Months (Extension Possible) Rate: Up to £600 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid – UK based with 40–60% office attendance (multiple office locations available - York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Tax Manager to join a large and complex organisation on an initial 6-month contract. This role will sit within the wider finance function, providing specialist tax expertise across multiple business areas and supporting a range of tax compliance and advisory activities. This position will play a key role in ensuring robust tax processes, providing expert guidance on complex tax matters, and supporting ongoing compliance across several tax areas. Key Responsibilities * Lead IR35 compliance activity, ensuring appropriate processes, governance and guidance are in place across the organisation. * Oversee data collection and review processes for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) returns and ensure full compliance relating to taxable benefits. * Manage corporation tax obligations, ensuring accurate and timely submissions. * Maintain and develop internal tax policies, guidance notes and training materials. * Provide specialist advice on complex or high-risk tax queries across the business. * Collaborate with the wider finance and tax teams across areas including VAT, benefits and IR35. * Engage with external stakeholders such as HMRC where required. * Support finance system changes and ensure tax considerations are appropriately represented. * Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and communicate tax matters clearly to senior leaders. Skills & Experience * Strong technical tax knowledge with experience across IR35, taxable benefits and corporation tax. * Demonstrable experience interpreting and applying tax legislation and guidance. * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues clearly. * Experience working within complex or multi-entity organisations. * Excellent organisational and analytical skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. * Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Desirable * Experience working within the public sector or central government. * Strong Excel or data analysis skills. Qualifications CTA, CCAB, ATT qualified or equivalent professional experience. This is a great opportunity for a senior tax professional to make an impact within a large organisation, supporting critical tax compliance and governance activities while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business