The Company
Our client is one of Australia's leading global investment managers, recognised for its long-term approach to investing, exceptional governance and commitment to delivering strong outcomes for its clients.
With a significant Australian presence, the organisation manages a broad range of investment strategies and is renowned for its collaborative culture, strong values and investment in its people.
The Opportunity
A rare opportunity has arisen to join this group as their Australian, Head of Tax.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will lead the Australian tax function and play a pivotal role in shaping tax strategy across a sophisticated investment management business.
As a trusted adviser to the CFO and executive leadership team, you will influence key commercial decisions, ensuring tax considerations are embedded into strategic initiatives while maintaining the highest standards of governance, risk management and compliance.
Leading an experienced team, you will partner closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Investments, Legal, Risk and Operations, providing pragmatic, commercially focused advice that supports the organisation's continued growth and long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute the organisation's tax strategy, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.
Provide commercially focused tax advice on strategic initiatives, transactions and business decisions.
Lead all aspects of tax governance,



risk management and regulatory compliance across the enterprise.
Partner with executive leadership to identify tax risks and opportunities while supporting commercial outcomes.
Build trusted relationships with regulators, external advisers and key internal stakeholders.
Drive continuous improvement across tax processes, governance frameworks and operating models.
Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing tax team and succession pipeline.
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, ensuring the business remains well positioned in a changing workplace.
About You
You are an accomplished tax leader with deep expertise in investment management and funds taxation, coupled with the commercial judgement to influence business outcomes at the executive level.
You will bring:
Significant experience in investment management, funds management or financial services taxation.
A background gained within a leading investment manager, financial institution or Big 4 advisory practice.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance technical excellence and pragmatic business advice.
Experience partnering with executive leadership teams and Boards on complex tax matters.
Demonstrated success leading tax governance, risk management and regulatory engagement.
A collaborative leadership style with a proven ability to build, mentor and develop high-performing teams.
CA, CPA, CTA or equivalent professional qualifications.
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📌 Head Of Tax (Melbourne)
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