UK Corporate Tax Manager

About the role Are you looking for a step up into a high-profile in-house tax environment? Or perhaps you are already working in-house and want to be part of a major corporate transformation? We have a unique opportunity for a UK Corporate Tax Manager to join our Group Tax Team at our Paddington headquarters. This is an incredible time to join us as DS Smith prepares for its next chapter as an independent, dual-listed group. You will play an essential role in shaping our compliance and reporting journey, reporting directly to the Senior UK Group Tax Manager. This role offers broad exposure to our global functions and provides a platform to evolve our existing tax processes. You will be a key point of contact for UK tax matters, partnering with Finance, Legal, and external advisors to implement initiatives that support our global tax strategy. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Reporting experience with automation tools (PowerBI/Robotics) is a significant plus Ability to translate complex technical issues into clear insights for tax authorities and internal stakeholders Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure and work independently within a team environment Benefits Competitive salary Discretionary bonus 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection Employee Assistance Programme Employee Discounts Cycle to work scheme Location: This is a hybrid role, split between the London Paddington office (3 days) and home (2 days) - however flexibility will be required at times. About us We are DS Smith, together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65,000 colleagues in North America and Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation, manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, supply chain, and much more. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us! Fair recruitment at DS Smith To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas, and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria. #LI-NS #DSPAD TPBN1_UKTJ