Job Description
If you’re here, it’s because you’re looking for an exciting ride.
A ride that will fuel up your ambitions to take on a new challenge and stretch yourself beyond your comfort zone.
We’ll deliver a non-vanilla culture built on talent, where we work to amplify the impact on millions of people, paving the way forward together.
Not your usual app. We are the fastest-growing multi-category app connecting millions of users with businesses, and couriers, offering on-demand services from more than 170,000 local restaurants, grocers and supermarkets, and high street retail stores. We operate in more than 1500 cities across 23 countries.
Together we revolutionise the way people connect with their everyday needs, from delivering essentials to connecting our ecosystem of users through innovative solutions powered by technology. For us, every day is filled with purpose.
What makes our ride unique?
🤝 Our culture and strong values.
💪 Our career development philosophy.
🤝 Our commitment to being a force for good.
We have a vision: Building the largest marketplace in your city, to give access to anything in minutes . And this is where your ride starts.
YOUR MISSION
At Glovo, we are looking for a Tax Director to drive tax on a global scale. Reporting to the Global Finance Director, you will take ownership of tax compliance, risk management and tax optimization across all markets. As a key leader, you’ll work closely with teams and stakeholders to ensure Glovo is both compliant and strategically positioned to thrive in a dynamic and international environment.
If you’re passionate about tackling complex challenges, thrive in a fast-paced startup culture, and bring a perfectionist’s attention to detail, Glovo is your place. We offer an exciting work environment filled with learning opportunities, personal growth, and the chance to make a real impact.
THE JOURNEY
- Ensure tax structure and strategy is aligned with company objectives and long term plans.
- Anticipate global tax developments to facilitate decision-making by assessing tax implications and proactively adjust Glovo’s companies tax position.
- Ensure full compliance with all local tax filing and payment requirements across jurisdictions.
- Strengthen a global tax governance framework, improving risk management, internal controls and policy alignment.
- Oversee and manage tax accounting and reporting, ensuring high-quality and timely outputs to Delivery Hero.
- Improve transparency of tax results through robust forecasting and KPIs.
- Modernize tax processes through automation and technology, increasing accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Actively partner across the organisation to build strong relationships with relevant stakeholders.
- Manage relationships with external advisors, auditors and tax authorities.
- Set and review team goals and targets for achieving operational results.
- Lead and develop a team of 8 people.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE RIDE
- 14+ years of proven experience in international tax, combining in-house leadership roles with top-tier Law firm or Big4 exposure.
- Demonstrated ability to lead global or multi-jurisdictional tax functions in fast-paced, high-growth and digital business environments.
- Proven track record to identify, analyse and address complex domestic and cross-border tax matters.
- Deep expertise in direct and indirect taxes, international taxation, transfer pricing, tax accounting and compliance frameworks.
- Ability to think strategically while also executing.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, stay organised and prioritise.
- Strong team mentoring and leadership skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- English full professional proficiency. Other languages are a plus.
Individuals representing diverse profiles, and abilities, encompassing various genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds, are less likely to apply for this role if they do not possess solid experience in 100% of these areas. Even if it seems you don’t meet our musts don’t let it stop you, we are all about finding the best talent out there! Skills can be learned, and embracing diversity is invaluable.
We believe driven talent deserves:
- 🌟 An enticing equity plan that lets you own a piece of the action.
- 💪 Top-notch private health insurance to keep you at your peak.
- 🍔 Monthly Glovo credit to satisfy your cravings!
- 💳 Discounts on transportation, food, and even kindergarten expenses.
- 🏊 Discounted gym memberships to keep you energized.
- 🏖️ Extra time off, the freedom to work from home two days a week, and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to three weeks a year!
- 👪 Enhanced parental leave, and office-based nursery.
- 🧠 Online therapy and wellbeing benefits to ensure your mental well-being.
Here at Glovo, we thrive on diversity, we believe it enhances our teams, products, and culture. We know that the best ideas come from a mashup of brilliant diverse minds. This is why we are committed to providing equal opportunities to talent from all backgrounds - all genders, racial/diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, sexual orientations and all other unique characteristics that make you YOU. We will encourage you to bring your authentic self to work, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard.
Feel free to note your pronouns in your application (e.g., she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).
So, ready to take the wheel and make this the ride of your life?
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