Tax Director | Banking | Paris

My client is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager / Director to join their team in Paris on an 18-month fixed term contract . This is an exciting opportunity for a senior Tax professional to play a key role in managing tax risk, advising on complex transactions, and supporting strategic initiatives within a leading global financial institution.

Reporting to the Head of Tax for Europe, you will play a key role in an ongoing transformation project managing the day to day implications of local tax rules. You will provide corporate and indirect tax advisory and compliance support to the business while helping to manage tax risks across a range of banking activities. You will work closely with stakeholders across Tax, Finance, and business teams globally, contributing to key decisions that impact the organisation’s financial and regulatory position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage tax risks arising from business activities, investments, and financial transactions.
• Provide technical analysis and advice on complex tax matters and planning strategies.
• Lead interactions with tax authorities, including managing audits and resolving legacy issues.
• Assess tax implications of M&A, restructuring, and strategic transactions.
• Review and prepare tax returns, tax accounting calculations, and disclosures.
• Strengthen tax governance, risk controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple teams and geographies.

Key Requirements:

• French-qualified tax lawyer or Accountant.
• 10–15 years’ Tax experience, ideally within corporate investment banking or financial services.
• Strong expertise across areas such as corporate tax, transfer pricing, withholding Tax and VAT.
• Fluency in both French and English.
• Proven ability to manage complex tax matters and influence senior stakeholders.

This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while working with talented professionals across a global organisation.

Interested candidate should send their CV's in English to