Regional Tax Manager (UK, Europe & Middle East)

Orica


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Weybridge
Contract type: Full time

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.


About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Regional Tax Manager to lead Orica’s tax function across the UK, Europe, and Middle East (EME) region. Based in Weybridge, UK, this role is responsible for overseeing tax strategy, planning, compliance, and governance, while managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external authorities.

Reporting directly to the VP – Tax, with a dotted line to the VP – EMEA Finance, the Regional Tax Manager will manage an operating budget of approximately $1 million per annum, oversee a regional income tax expense of around $50 million, and lead a small team of tax professionals. This role is a key member of the Tax Leadership Team, contributing to global strategy while ensuring regional compliance and risk mitigation.


What you will be doing

As the Regional Tax Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Acting as the primary tax contact for business and functional leaders across the EME region

• Developing and implementing regional tax strategies that balance value creation with risk management

• Advising on M&A transactions, including deal structuring, funding strategies, and tax implications of capital flows

• Leading tax planning initiatives in collaboration with the global Tax Leadership Team

• Managing relationships with tax authorities to reduce audit exposure and resolve open matters

• Overseeing outsourced and co-sourced tax compliance services (income tax, VAT, WHT, excise, customs)

• Leading a small team of compliance professionals based in Manila to deliver efficient and compliant tax reporting

• Supporting global transfer pricing policies, documentation, benchmarking, and reporting

• Managing tax audits and ensuring timely resolution

• Ensuring accurate tax risk reporting in financial statements and the tax risk register

• Representing Orica externally with regulators, advisors, and industry bodies


What you will bring

• 12+ years of experience in tax roles within multinational corporations or professional services

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Law, with CPA or ACA designation

• Strong expertise in international tax, transfer pricing, and tax accounting

• Proven ability to lead cross-regional tax strategy and compliance

• Experience managing outsourced tax services and leading remote teams

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• High integrity, strong ethics, and a reputation for sound judgment

• Strategic mindset with strong business acumen and analytical capability

• Resilience, adaptability, and a collaborative leadership style


What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.


We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

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