Tax Executive Search

As businesses navigate increasing regulatory complexity and the strategic importance of tax planning, securing the right tax leaders is essential. Tax Directors and Heads of Tax are pivotal in aligning tax strategy with broader business objectives to ensure compliance, scale profitability and drive financial & operational efficiencies.

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Key Highlights

We place high-calibre tax professionals, including Tax Directors and Heads of Tax, in our specialist industry sectors including Media & Tech, Retail & Ecom, Real Estate and Business Services.
We engage with candidates who can align tax strategies with broader business objectives, addressing regulatory challenges and driving innovation.
Access to a strong network of passive candidates, through a meticulously coded CRM, ensuring you find the right talent for highly specialised and challenging roles.
Proven track record in placing executives skilled in corporate tax, indirect tax, advisory, international tax, transfer pricing, and emerging areas such as green taxes and tax digitisation.
With years of experience, we’ve cultivated strong relationships with the top talent in the UK tax market, ensuring you access the most qualified tax leaders.

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Co-Founder & Director, Executive Search

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Our Expertise in Executive Tax Search & Selection

Our recruitment philosophy involves meeting every candidate and client face-to-face, allowing us to assess cultural fit, leadership potential, and technical skills for future opportunities. Our tax recruitment team identifies qualified candidates with the vision and skills to help your business thrive.

Recent Senior Tax Appointments

Here’s a snapshot of some of our recent successful tax executive placements, highlighting the strategic impact these tax professionals have brought to various organisations:

Sector	Role	Mandate/Challenge	Deliverables
Technology	Group Tax Director	Oversee tax compliance during global expansion	Streamlined international tax reporting and compliance processes
Retail	Head of Tax	Lead corporate tax strategy during business restructuring	Developed tax-efficient strategies and optimised the group’s tax structure
FMCG	Transfer Pricing Director	Establish a global transfer pricing policy	Created transfer pricing strategy and ensured compliance across jurisdictions

The Expanding Role of Tax Leadership

In today’s complex tax environment, tax executives are no longer just compliance experts—they are strategic leaders driving digital transformation, global compliance, and business alignment. The rise of digital tax authorities and evolving regulations across sectors like technology, retail, FMCG, and fintech demands that tax leaders possess both technical prowess and a broader business acumen.

Driving Digital Transformation in Tax Compliance

The rise of digital tax authorities means tax leaders must now lead the way in adopting automation and cloud-based platforms for real-time tax reporting. Effective tax executives use these tools to increase accuracy, reduce risk, and improve decision-making in compliance processes.

Aligning Tax Strategy with Business Objectives

Today’s tax departments must collaborate closely with finance, IT, and legal teams to ensure tax strategies support overall company goals. Tax leaders focus not only on compliance but also on optimising tax positions to drive growth and align with the broader business strategy.

Leading Tax Transformation Initiatives

As businesses adopt new technologies, tax leaders play a key role in transformation projects. From digitising tax compliance processes to leveraging automation for real-time reporting, Tax Directors must ensure their teams are equipped to navigate the evolving tax landscape. Building high-performing teams is essential for delivering these results.

Managing Global Compliance and Transfer Pricing

Tax Directors must stay ahead of changing global tax regulations and ensure that transfer pricing policies align with international standards. This involves creating robust processes to manage multi-jurisdictional compliance, minimising risk, and maximising tax efficiency.

Our Tax Hub: Connected Leaders, Expert Insights

We are building a community of tax professionals who are committed to making a tangible impact in the ever-evolving tax landscape. Through TaxJourneys.com, we offer the latest insights from top tax leaders, share in-depth industry data, and provide a platform for collaboration. Whether you're a Director of Tax or exploring a new job opportunity, our resources are tailored to help you stay ahead of the curve.

If you're interested in contributing a guest post, participating in an interview, or being featured on our upcoming podcast, contact our marketing department today. If not, explore exclusive content, job openings, expert interviews, and articles to keep you ahead of the curve in the tax industry.

TCG assisted me in placing our Group Tax Manager role. They took the time to understand our business needs and the type of candidate who would be successful in the role. Phil presented a shortlist of high-calibre candidates, clearly demonstrating his understanding of the role, his professionalism, and his strong network. I would work with The Consultancy Group again for future roles

CFO

Nala Renewables

I’ve worked with The Consultancy Group for a number of years. Phil introduced several high-quality senior-level candidates. He took the time to properly understand the brief, provided relevant market knowledge, and communicated effectively with myself, my HR team, and the candidates throughout, making the process run smoothly.

Head of Tax

EXA Infrastructure

Phil always takes the time to not only understand our business and culture, but also the recruiting manager, to ensure he has a well-rounded view of the type of candidates we are looking for. He has always supplied a great shortlist in a fantastic timeframe, which makes our process so much smoother. He maintains a great level of communication and really understands what we need on a practical level too. He makes recruiting easy for us!

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GANT North

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In an ever-evolving tax industry, finding the right tax leaders is critical for driving growth and managing compliance. The role of the Tax Director has expanded beyond technical expertise, requiring the ability to integrate tax strategy with business goals and oversee transformation initiatives. Our expert tax executive search services help you find the leaders who can meet these challenges and guide your organisation to success.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Role of Tax Directors in Modern Businesses?

Tax Directors are crucial strategic partners in their organisations, overseeing complex compliance issues and leading tax transformation initiatives. They must:

Manage both direct and indirect tax strategies.
Ensure compliance with global tax regulations, including transfer pricing and reporting.
Lead the implementation of Tax Control Frameworks (TCFs) to maintain transparency and accuracy in tax operations.

How can businesses adapt to the digital transformation in tax compliance?

Businesses must invest in the right technology and develop Tax Control Frameworks (TCFs) that integrate automation and real-time data. Training tax professionals to manage these digital tools is key to successful transformation.

What qualifications should a modern tax leader possess?

A modern tax leader should have extensive experience in tax compliance, along with relevant qualifications such as CTA (Chartered Tax Advisor), ACA/ACCA, or equivalent certifications. They must have a deep understanding of global tax regulations and the ability to lead tax transformation projects. Strong communication and leadership skills are also essential for effectively collaborating with senior stakeholders and aligning tax strategies with broader business objectives.

How does tax executive search differ from other types of niche executive search (like CFO)?

Tax executive search requires specialised knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and financial expertise. Tax executives need a deep understanding of tax planning, compliance, and risk management, making the search process more focused on candidates with specific tax backgrounds and qualifications.

Our Expertise in Executive Search
Recent Successful Senior Tax Appointments Confidential Tax Director Opportunities The Expanding Role of Tax Leadership Our Tax Hub: Connected Leaders, Expert Insights Summary Frequently Asked Questions

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