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Global Tax Director of Operations

Employer
EY
Location
London, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Nov 28, 2024
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Job Function
Accounting/Audit/Tax
Industry Sector
Finance - General
Employment Type
Full Time
Education
Bachelors
At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.

EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

The opportunity

The Global Tax Director of Operations (DOO) is responsible for providing executive support to the Global Tax Executive Committee. The DOO will drive day-to-day activities and processes needed to effectively run Global Tax operations. Working closely with the Area Tax Leaders and Deputies, Sub-Service Line Leaders, and their teams, this role is responsible for the day to day running of the Global Tax Operations, the organization of the various in person and virtual meetings held by Global Tax from a content and agenda point of view,, interacting with the other DOOs on the Global Tax Executive layer, supporting the Global Tax Deputy and Global Tax Talent leader in the management of the executive layer roster and budget, managing the Global Tax support team, and driving improvement initiatives where appropriate. The individual is a critical member of the Global Tax Leadership team.

Your key responsibilities

The DOO will play a key role and have primary responsibility for

  • Ensuring the implementation and execution of planned outcomes and deliverables from the GTEC and GTLG meetings
  • Collaborating effectively with all Global Tax Functions, such as Finance, Markets, Knowledge, Talent, BMC and other Business Enablement functions
  • Maintaining consistency of organizational and governance structures across Tax
  • Providing oversight and direction to Sub-Service Line Directors of Operations
  • Monitoring of development and implementation of projects to specified KPIs and objectives
  • Leading the Global Tax Executive Committee meetings to ensure there is consistency of operational process and protocols and the sharing of best practices
  • Supporting the development and running of the annual GTLG meeting
  • Building "executive ready" deliverables and communications, and executing against time-sensitive requests from the VC and DVC
  • A degree of global travel will be required to attend GTEC meetings and other key Global Tax events

The position holder will perform other responsibilities and tasks as required to achieve the agreed performance outcomes.

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role you must have

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 12+ years of related work experience (preferably some within Tax)
  • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of EY's Global organization, strategy and culture
  • Deep understanding of Tax, SSLs, Areas, growth drivers, sectors and solutions
  • In depth awareness of key market and economic issues / trends that could impact the Service Line
  • Ability to coordinate and manage a majority of projects and initiatives simultaneously
  • Pragmatism to drive outcomes that are both financially sound and operationally feasible
  • Highly seasoned project management skills and experience

Ideally, you'll also have

  • Certification in Project Management
  • Excellent PowerPoint, Word and other technologies - certification preferred
  • Strong executive facilitation skills and experience related to strategy development and problem solving
  • Exceptional written and oral communications skills (including presentations), as well as listening and interpretation skills
  • Excellent people management skills, with an intense focus on the firm's culture and values
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • High degree of professionalism and integrity
  • High technology skills - ability to do advanced power points and other highly interactive technology skills
  • High standard of spoken and written English language

What we look for

Someone who has proven skills, thrives working in a large global, multi-cultural organization and is able to think creatively.The candidate should be comfortable and able to work well with senior stakeholders in EY, adapting well to dynamic situations and demonstrating the ability to foster and model strong leadership and teamwork. Excellent interpersonal and relationship skills along with written and verbal communication skills and the ability to analyse problems and exert influence without authority.

What we offer

The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary range/s We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $178,600 to $353,600. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $214,300 to $401,800. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
  • Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
  • Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
  • Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
  • Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY's Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com

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