About this role
UK Tax Manager
Location: Bristol
Are you an experienced UK Tax Manager looking for a role where you can genuinely influence strategy, work on complex international matters, and partner closely with senior leadership?
Navantia UK is seeking a highly skilled tax professional to join our Finance team and take ownership of UK & Northern Ireland tax matters within a globally connected business. This role is critical in ensuring compliance, managing risk, and shaping tax strategies that support our continued international growth.
The Role
As UK Tax Manager, you will act as the subject‑matter expert for UK & NI taxation, working closely with the UK Chief Financial Officer and maintaining a strong functional link to our Global Tax Director in Spain. You will collaborate regularly with international tax teams across Customs, International, and Spanish Taxation to ensure alignment across the Group.
This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role offering both technical depth and strategic visibility.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Planning & Advisory
Develop and implement tax‑efficient structures for UK & NI operationsAdvise on direct and indirect tax matters, ensuring alignment with global tax strategyCompliance & Reporting
Manage and review all UK & international tax filingsEnsure ongoing compliance with evolving UK, NI, and international tax regulationsRisk Management & Governance
Identify, assess, and mitigate tax risksProvide clear, pragmatic advice to senior leadership on tax exposure and opportunitiesTransfer Pricing
Maintain UK transfer pricing policies and documentationOversee benchmarking studies and compliance with OECD and local requirementsTax Audits & Disputes
Act as the main point of contact with tax authoritiesSupport audits, enquiries, and negotiations with confidence and credibilityCustoms Management
Oversee customs‑related processesEnsure data accuracy, cross‑functional coordination, and continuous process improvementResearch & Insight
Monitor UK & NI tax developments and assess their business impactShare insights and best practices across finance and the wider GroupAbout You
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related discipline (Master’s in Tax or equivalent an advantage)Significant experience in UK & NI tax and/or international tax advisoryStrong knowledge of transfer pricing, cross‑border taxation, indirect taxes, and customsExcellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with strong attention to detailConfident communicator, able to translate complex tax issues into practical business adviceComfortable working independently while collaborating across international teamsStrong technical proficiency, including tax software and Microsoft OfficeFluent in English; Spanish language skills are a plusWhy Join Navantia UK?
At Navantia UK, you’ll be trusted to make an impact. This is an opportunity to move beyond pure compliance and play a meaningful role in shaping tax strategy within a growing, international organisation. You’ll work with engaged senior stakeholders, collaborate across borders, and contribute to long‑term business success in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Interested in taking the next step in your tax career? Let’s connect.
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We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.
We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.
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