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About the Role

As Head of Tax – Global, you will lead MUFG Pension & Market Services’ global tax function, ensuring full compliance with corporate and indirect tax obligations across all jurisdictions while providing trusted, commercial tax advice to the business. You will operate as a senior business partner to the CFO, executive leadership team and global stakeholders, with a strong focus on tax risk management, governance, transfer pricing and supporting strategic initiatives such as acquisitions, restructures and international expansion.

Responsibilities

• Act as the global tax lead and primary point of contact with tax authorities across all jurisdictions in which MUFG Pension & Market Services operates
• Partner with senior leaders and business units (Finance, Legal, HR, Technology, Treasury) to resolve complex tax matters and embed tax-effective, compliant outcomes into operations and supplier arrangements
• Lead tax risk management and governance, including development and maintenance of frameworks aligned to the Tax Risk Management and Governance Policy
• Oversee global direct and indirect tax compliance, ensuring accurate, timely filings and robust procedures across all entities
• Provide expert advice on transfer pricing, capital management, inter-group arrangements, debt vs equity funding and cross-border transactions
• Support and advise on strategic projects including acquisitions, divestments, restructures and entry into new jurisdictions
• Manage tax accounting, effective tax rate determination and tax effect accounting for management, statutory and group reporting
• Lead, coach and develop a global team of tax professionals, while managing relationships with external advisors and regulators

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Law
• CA, CPA or CTA qualification
• 10+ years’ experience in large multinational organisations or top-tier accounting firms, operating at Senior Manager or Director level
• Strong understanding of Australian tax legislation, with exposure to UK, Irish and New Zealand taxation highly regarded
• Demonstrated experience in tax risk management, governance frameworks and transfer pricing
• Proven ability to lead tax functions across international entities, partnering effectively with senior executives and global stakeholders
• Experience managing tax accounting, reporting and compliance under current accounting standards
• A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to operate autonomously at executive level
• Excellent written, verbal and numerate skills, with strong systems capability (e.g. CCH Integrator or similar)
• Valid work rights
• Background screening will apply prior to commencement

Skills

• Tax expertise
• Global engagement
• Commercial problem-solving
• Tax risk management
• Governance
• Transfer pricing
• Acquisitions
• Restructures
• International expansion
• Tax accounting
• Effective tax rate determination
• Tax effect accounting
• Team leadership
• Stakeholder influence
• Systems capability

Location

• Global

Work Type

• Hybrid model

Experience Level

• Senior leadership
• 10+ years’ experience
• Senior Manager or Director level

Education Level

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Law
• CA, CPA or CTA qualification
• Master of Taxation, Tax Law or similar postgraduate qualification

Benefits

• Flexible Working – hybrid model enabling our employees to work in the office and at home
• Purchased Leave, Parental Leave, Volunteer Leave, Gender transition leave, Well‑being leave
• Employee Recognition Program
• Talent Referral Program
• Salary Sacrificing via Superannuation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Learning & Development – self-paced learning and educational assistance support
• Employee discounts – including Bupa and Microsoft
• Novated Car Leasing

About the Company

• MUFG Pension & Market Services is a global, digitally enabled business that empowers a brighter future by connecting millions of people with their assets – safely, securely and responsibly.
• Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences.
• A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity and data insights.
• Our Group Finance function oversees all financial management aspects, including tax, treasury, finance systems, financial control, and financial planning and analysis.
• It manages tax compliance and treasury operations such as cash flow management and investments.
• Group Finance ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance with financial regulations, while providing financial planning and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• MUFG Pension & Market Services is continuing to build a dynamic, client-focused, caring, and inclusive culture based on entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy, and trust, underpinned by core values.
• We work collaboratively, supporting and valuing the talents and perspectives of our people, and promoting a flexible work environment where their wellbeing is prioritized.
• We believe diversity drives better client outcomes, improvement, and growth.
• Join us on the MUFG Pension & Market Services journey to achieve our full potential.

Equal Opportunity

• We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical ability, religious belief, political belief, marital or family status or caring responsibilities.
• We treat everyone fairly and equitably, regardless of diverse characteristics.