Group Tax Manager

Group Tax Manager – Convatec

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About Convatec

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch, Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions. With more than 10, 000 colleagues in around 90 countries, we provide products and services in Advanced Wound Care, Ostomy Care, Continence Care, and Infusion Care. In 2024 our revenues exceeded $2 billion, and we are a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). Learn more at www.convatecgroup.com.

About the role

As Group Tax Manager, you will lead global tax operations for Convatec—a FTSE 100 company with businesses in over 100 countries. This pivotal role within the Group Tax function involves managing direct and indirect tax reporting and compliance across the organization, working closely with in‑house tax professionals and external advisors to ensure robust compliance and reporting processes. You will also shape and implement a future‑focused tax operating model, drive transformation and efficiency across the tax lifecycle, and partner with business units on strategic projects and finance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Tax Compliance & Reporting
  • Oversee and monitor outsourced global compliance processes for corporate income tax across nearly 100 countries.
  • Support the Group Tax Reporting Manager with tax provisions, prior‑year adjustments, and provide insights to internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Transformation & Change
  • Drive transformation across direct and indirect tax operations by supporting CBS finance teams with finance transformation initiatives.
  • Develop, train, and manage centralized in‑house CBS tax teams.
  • Implement a future‑focused tax operating model, integrating internal teams, third‑party providers, and automation tools.
• Advisory & Strategic Support
  • Stay up to date on global tax laws and regulations, advising business units on potential impacts.
  • Support the wider tax team on tax strategy, transfer pricing, and ad‑hoc projects.

About You

Technically strong tax professional with experience in direct tax and a passion for driving change. You thrive in complex, multinational environments and are eager to broaden your expertise across the full tax lifecycle.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• ACA / ACCA / CTA qualified (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in an in‑house tax function within a multinational enterprise.
• Strong technical knowledge of direct and indirect tax and tax accounting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and cultural awareness.
• Ability to build strong relationships with local finance teams, advisors, and authorities.

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate future implications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and incomplete data.
• Skilled at managing external advisors and making informed decisions.
• Hands‑on approach and willingness to lead by example.

Ready to join us?

At Convatec, we’re pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch. If you’re ready to make a real impact, apply today and help us bring our Forever Caring promise to life.

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Equal Opportunities

Convatec provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. No discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposition or any other basis prohibited by law.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Location: Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal

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