Rolls-Royce
Designs and manufactures power and propulsion systems for aerospace, marine, defence and energy sectors.
7 hours ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
tax compliance
risk management
group reporting
tax advisory
process manuals
transfer pricing
As a Tax Manager you will join a dynamic, fast‑moving finance team within an agile business, reporting to the Director of Financial Reporting & Tax and interacting regularly with the CFO and senior management. Your primary objectives are to manage and improve tax processes, ensure compliance obligations are met, and act as a trusted business partner across the organization.
In this holistic role you will oversee a range of tax and transfer‑pricing activities, contribute to the development and implementation of the RRPF Tax Risk Management Strategy, and serve as the main point of contact for tax‑related advice on transactions and projects.
- Serve as tax subject‑matter expert, owning tax processes and providing advice on transactions and projects.
- Manage UK and international direct and indirect tax compliance, meeting all deadlines and coordinating external advisers.
- Oversee tax for group reporting, provisioning and financial statement disclosures.
- Partner with business teams to deliver tax advice for transactions and ad‑hoc projects.
- Build and maintain in‑house tax knowledge on UK and international tax rules.
- Own and update tax process manuals (VAT, Intrastat) and act as risk owner for tax risks.
- Develop and manage the tax risk register, supervise SAO reporting and advise senior leadership on emerging tax risks such as Pillar 2, DAC6 and BEPS.
Requirements
chartered tax
uk tax
international tax
us gaap
excel
financial modelling
The role requires a qualified chartered tax accountant (CTA) or chartered accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA) with post‑qualification experience in a tax manager or senior tax associate position, strong UK tax technical knowledge, and experience with international tax rules and cross‑border transactions.
Additional preferred experience includes a solid understanding of multi‑GAAP and US GAAP, familiarity with US tax regulations, advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, financial modelling ability, and exposure to finance systems such as Sun Systems, Hyperion or Salesforce.
- Qualified chartered tax accountant (CTA) or chartered accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA) with post‑qualification tax manager experience.
- Strong UK tax technical knowledge, including tax accounting, and experience with international tax rules and cross‑border transactions.
- Preferred: knowledge of multi‑GAAP and US GAAP, familiarity with US tax regulations, advanced Excel/PowerPoint and financial modelling skills.
- Excellent written communication with the ability to translate complex data into clear narratives.
- Experience with finance systems such as Sun Systems, Hyperion, Salesforce or similar is a plus.
- Collaborative, team‑focused culture that also empowers independent decision‑making and leadership.
Benefits
Rolls‑Royce is proud of its legacy of shaping the modern world and is committed to being a force for progress—powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. Joining the company gives you the chance to work on world‑class solutions within a culture that values individuality, diverse perspectives and experiences as drivers of innovation.
Rolls‑Royce offers a safety‑first, inclusive environment that encourages integrity, accountability, resilience and curiosity, while supporting career growth for mid‑career professionals through continuous learning, challenging opportunities and a high‑performing transformation programme.
- Opportunities for continuous learning, career development and exposure to challenging projects within a high‑performing transformation programme.
Training + Development
Interview process
- online assessment with cognitive and behavioural aptitude tests (for certain locations)
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
£18.9 billion
Revenue
The company achieved near £18.9 billion in revenue in 2024.
£2.9 billion
Operating Profit
The company reported an operating profit of approximately £2.9 billion in 2024.
36%
Market Share
The company holds a commercial engine market share of roughly 36%. This reflects its strong position in the sector.
25 vehicles/day
Production Rate
The company's Goodwood facility produces approximately 25 ultra-luxury electric vehicles per day under a BMW licence.
- Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse.
- It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure.
- Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors.
- It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units.
- Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.
Culture + Values
- We do the right thing – We do what’s right for our customers, our people, and society.
- We aim high – We stretch our ambition, we set challenging goals, and we deliver results.
- We take ownership – We take personal responsibility for our actions, performance, and results.
- We act with integrity – We build trust by being honest, transparent, and ethical in everything we do.
- We collaborate – We work together with respect, trust, and inclusiveness to achieve our goals.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Carbon intensity down by 25%
Carbon Intensity Reduction Target
Committed to reducing the carbon intensity of products and operations by 25% by 2030.
CO2 emissions reduced by 50%
SAF Emissions Reduction
SAF strategy targets a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from flight by 2050.
- Engaged in development of hybrid-electric and fully-electric propulsion systems to reduce environmental impact.
- Focus on reducing waste and resource consumption across the entire supply chain.
Inclusion & Diversity
30% by 2030
Female Leadership Target
Aims to achieve 30% female representation in senior leadership positions.
26% workforce
Gender Representation
Women currently account for 26% of the global workforce as of 2023.
- Set a goal to increase representation of ethnic minorities in senior roles.
- Implemented initiatives to promote a more inclusive work environment, including mentorship programs and leadership development for underrepresented groups.