We are seeking an experienced tax professional to join our international Group Tax function. This strategic role combines complex international tax advisory work with close business partnering across growth initiatives, M&A projects, and cross-border activities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax expertise and practical experience within banking or financial services. The role can be located in Germany or Austria .
Your Responsibilities
Advise on strategic tax matters across multiple European jurisdictions
Support business growth initiatives, acquisitions, integrations, and restructuring projects
Provide technical leadership in:
Corporate Income Tax (CIT)
Trade Tax
Transfer Pricing (including financial transactions and transfer pricing)
VAT for financial services
Cross-border taxation and double tax treaties
Banking-specific withholding tax regimes in Europe
Monitor and assess international tax developments affecting the Group
Partner with business, finance, legal, HR, and regulatory teams on new initiatives and product launches
Manage relationships with external advisors and tax authorities
Support tax governance, risk management, and tax policy development
Contribute to the continuous enhancement of tax processes, technology, and controls
Your Profile
8+ years of relevant tax experience
A combination of Big 4 tax advisory and in-house experience within a bank, financial institution, asset manager, insurance company, or financial services group is highly desirable
Experience working in an international environment with senior stakeholder exposure across multiple jurisdictions
Proven track record supporting complex cross-border projects, transformations, acquisitions, or restructurings
Strategic and entrepreneurial mindset
Strong business partnering skills
Ability to translate technical tax concepts into practical business solutions
International outlook and cultural awareness
Team player who enjoys collaborating across functions and countries
Self-starter with strong ownership mentality
Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Passion for continuous learning, professional development, and process improvement
Fluent German and English (written and spoken)
Additional European languages are considered an advantage
Technical Expertise: strong practical experience in several of the following areas:
Corporate Income Tax
German Corporate Tax and Trade Tax
Transfer Pricing, including financial transactions
Double Tax Agreements
VAT within the financial services sector
Banking-specific withholding tax regimes
Cross-border tax structuring and advisory
Tax aspects of treasury activities, funding structures, and regulated financial services businesses
Knowledge of tax regimes in one or more of the following jurisdictions is highly desirable:
Germany, Austria, Netherlands. Ireland, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Other EEA jurisdictions
Qualifications
Qualified Tax Advisor, Steuerberater, Chartered Tax Adviser, or equivalent professional qualification
Alternatively, extensive corporate tax expertise gained within an EEA member state or Switzerland
Our Offer
Exposure to complex international tax matters within a leading European financial institution
Active involvement in strategic projects, M&A transactions, and international expansion initiatives
Collaboration with senior management and business leaders across Europe
Opportunity to shape the future tax strategy of a growing international banking group
High level of autonomy, responsibility, and professional development
Your contact person: Jutta Durstberger
We value people.
Would you like to work in a team where good cooperation and diversity are actively practiced? Then you've come to the right place. Equal opportunity is important to us - regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, physical impairment, religion or origin.
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