Indirect Tax And Fiscal Compliance Strategy Senior Manager

Primark is an international clothing retailer employing more than 70,000 colleagues across 17 countries in Europe and the US.Founded in Ireland in **** under the Penneys brand, Primark aims to create maximum joy at minimum cost – less money and less impact on the planet.Primark continues to expand across new and existing markets with the aim of reaching 530 stores by the end of ****.Every person impacts the culture at Primark.Our values: Caring (we always strive to put people first), Dynamic (we bravely push the boundaries to stay ahead) and Together (we learn more, laugh more and achieve more as a team) outline the behaviours we expect of our people as we work with each other, our customers, our suppliers and our partners.Let's see what impact you can makePurpose of the RolePrimark is seeking a strategic and commercially aware tax professional to lead indirect tax and fiscal compliance across our global operations, with a key focus on the rollout of our new POS system (GPOS).This role blends technical tax expertise, regulatory insight, and project leadership to ensure our systems and processes meet evolving VAT, Sales tax, and fiscal requirements across multiple jurisdictions.You'll work cross-functionally to design technology solutions, mitigate compliance risks, and ensure fiscal and indirect tax requirements are seamlessly embedded into business processes and systems across all markets.Duties & ResponsibilitiesGPOS ProgrammeManage fiscal compliance for the GPOS rollout, ensuring alignment with local and international regulationsLead requirements gathering, fiscal impact assessments, and risk mitigation strategiesEnsure GPOS supports accurate tax returns, payments and reportingCollaborate with technology, legal, and finance teams to design fiscal controls into systemsSupport the Business Delivery Lead and Programme Director on stakeholder engagement and compliance strategyIndirect TaxLead VAT and indirect tax projectsSupport indirect tax planning across the Primark Group, identifying opportunities and managing implementationAdvise on indirect tax implications (VAT and SUT) across business activitiesRepresent indirect tax in cross-functional forums and build strong relationships across the businessSupport indirect tax obligations for new market entries and cross-border transactionsCompliance, Risk & ControlsMonitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on operations and systemsReview contracts, transactions, and new practices from a VAT and fiscal perspectiveManage tax authority queries, audits, and internal risk reviewsDeliver training and act as a subject matter expert on fiscal and indirect tax regulationsPromote continuous improvement in tax processes, controls, and technologyEssentialQualified tax professional with 5+ years' post-qualification experienceStrong technical expertise in indirect tax and fiscal compliance across multiple jurisdictionsProven ability to lead projects and influence cross-functional teamsExcellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex tax issuesCommercially aware, detail-oriented, and highly organisedExperience in retail or fast-paced environments preferredProficient in MS Office; Alteryx skills desirablePersonal AttributesCollaborative team player with high emotional intelligenceSelf-driven and proactive with the ability to take ownership and deliver results independentlyStrong analytical thinker with a proactive mindsetSkilled at building trusted relationships across all levelsOperates with integrity, professionalism, and diplomacyComfortable working in agile environments with evolving prioritiesLet's talk lifestyle:27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays – with the option to buy up to 5 more.Flexible working arrangements, including the opportunity for an early Friday finish.Access to a subsidised cafeteria.Primark Perks– enjoy discounts with local partner businesses near our officesBecause you can see how we can be better.Innovate, your way.What's a career at Primark all about?The positive impact you're making, the experiences you're having and the people you're with.You're our inspiration.Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected.Leave your mark.And do it your way.Our fashion isn't one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture.Primark promotes equal employment opportunity, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, access opportunities and thrive together.If you require extra support at any stage of the selection process, please get in touch with our team atREQ ID: JR-****#J-*****-Ljbffr