Head of Tax (12 Month FTC)
Silverstone, England, United Kingdom
The Cadillac Formula 1® Team is what happens when history, purpose and daring talent come together. Backed by TWG Global and GM, our team is uniquely positioned to disrupt Formula 1®, bringing a fresh perspective and an unrelenting drive for success.
Building the car is just the start. We're building a global brand and a legacy that will shape the future of motorsports. At the core of our ambition is a high-performance environment for our people, driven by bold ambition, leadership in innovation, excellence in execution. We are one team. For those who want to dare and dream, make and craft, create a legacy that lasts. A historic name behind us. Career-defining moments ahead.
For those who want to feel unstoppable. This one's for you.
Closing Date: Friday 16th October 2026
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More about the opportunity
Please Note: This is a 12-Month Fixed Term Contract for an early 2027 start date.
The Head of Tax is responsible for leading the global tax strategy, governance, compliance and risk management framework of Cadillac F1® Team. The role ensures the Group meets all tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions while supporting the commercial and operational objectives of a high-growth F1® organisation.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Head of Tax provides strategic tax leadership across corporate transactions, international operations, employment taxes, transfer pricing, indirect taxes, tax technology and regulatory compliance.
- Lead on managing and delivering the group global tax strategy and rolling agenda
- Oversee tax compliance and reporting obligations across all taxes and jurisdictions; and manage the tax team priorities and responsibilities to ensure all deadlines are met
- Lead on R&D tax credit preparation and submissions
- Manage global tax risks i.e. permanent establishment, social security and other international mobility tax requirements, overseas VAT recovery, withholding tax compliance etc
- Design and maintain transfer pricing policies and supporting documentation
- Continually develop and maintain the Group's tax governance framework and ensure compliance with key areas i.e. Corporate Criminal Offence
- Report key tax opportunities and risks to the CFO and wider senior leadership team as appropriate
- Advise the business on tax implications of proposed business initiatives and planning items
- Manage relationships with external advisors, tax authorities, shareholders and internal stakeholders
- Play a key role in shaping and implementing the Finance Leadership Team strategy
- Ensure all tax ledgers are up to date and accurate as part of month end process
- Provide forecasted tax figures and professional fee spend for annual budgets and update these for any re-forecasts
- Maintain robust internal controls and risk management procedures
- Manage tax team direct reports including holding performance check ins and goal setting and monitoring
REQUIREMENTS
What do we need from you?
- Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA), ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification
- Proven experience of working within a tax team, including significant post-qualification experience in a multinational corporate environment or professional services firm covering a variety of taxes
- US Tax experience required
- Motorsport industry experience preferred but not essential
- Strong technical expertise in UK Corporate Tax, International Tax, R&D Tax Relief, Transfer Pricing, Employment Taxes (including IR35), VAT and Indirect Taxes, US Tax and European Tax compliance
- Experience managing tax authority enquiries and audits
- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and explain complex tax matters to people not experienced in tax areas