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We're seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Head of Tax to lead Kraken's global tax function. You'll oversee tax planning, compliance, reporting, and risk management across all jurisdictions where we operate. This is a high-impact role requiring a balance of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to operate in fast-moving, ambiguous environments.

Reporting to the CFO, you'll be a key advisor to executive leadership on international expansion, transfer pricing, indirect tax compliance and M&A. You'll also be responsible for building and mentoring a high-performing tax team and establishing scalable systems and processes to support Kraken's continued global growth., * Develop and execute Kraken's global tax strategy aligned with business objectives and international expansion

• Provide strategic tax guidance on M&A, restructurings, new market entry, and cross-border operations

• Monitor and interpret evolving tax legislation (e.g., OECD Pillar Two, BEPS, digital services taxes, sector-specific energy taxes) and assess business impact

• Optimize the company's global effective tax rate while ensuring compliance and appropriate substance Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Own all global tax compliance, including corporate income tax, indirect tax (VAT/GST/sales tax), withholding tax, and local jurisdictional filings

• Lead quarterly and annual tax provision processes (ASC 740 / IAS 12), including documentation for uncertain tax positions

• Ensure tax positions are accurately reflected under IFRS and local GAAP

• Implement and maintain robust tax controls, processes, and documentation to meet internal and external audit requirements International Tax & Transfer Pricing

• Design and maintain compliant, arm's length transfer pricing policies across global operations

• Draft and manage intercompany agreements for IP licensing, cost sharing, and service arrangements

• Address permanent establishment risk, CFC rules, treaty planning, and foreign tax credit optimization

• Oversee transfer pricing documentation Indirect Tax & Digital Services Tax

• Build scalable indirect tax compliance frameworks for global sales (B2B and B2C)

• Implement and manage tax automation solutions (e.g., Avalara, Anrok, Vertex)

• Manage indirect tax registrations, filings, audits, and exemption certificate processes

• Navigate energy sector-specific taxes and environmental levies Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global tax team

• Partner with Legal, Accounting, FP&A, and IT to align tax with business and operational strategy

• Manage external advisors (Big 4 firms and local tax counsel) across multiple jurisdictions

• Act as primary tax contact with auditors and global tax authorities Technology, Systems & Process Optimization

• Implement tax technology solutions to streamline reporting and compliance

• Collaborate with IT and Finance Ops on ERP integration and automation of tax workflows (e.g., NetSuite)

• Improve tax data management, documentation, and reporting processes to support scaling operations

• ACA, ACCA, CPA, CTA, JD, or MST qualified

• 15+ years of progressive tax experience, ideally with a blend of Big 4 and in-house roles at multinational, or technology software companies

• Deep expertise in both direct and indirect tax, including transfer pricing, international structuring, and compliance

• Strong knowledge of US, UK, and international tax laws and reporting requirements

• Experience in public company tax environments

• Skilled in communicating complex tax issues to non-tax stakeholders

• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and project delivery skills

• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-growth, and ambiguous environments Nice to have

• Experience in digital services tax, and/or SaaS-specific tax models

• Background in international expansion into the U.S., EU, or APAC markets

• Experience managing cross-border M&A, equity compensation, and financing structures

• Familiarity with software revenue recognition, B2C/B2B sales tax compliance, and global nexus issues Kraken is a certified Great Place to Work in France, Germany, Spain, Japan and Australia. In the UK we are one of the Best Workplaces on Glassdoor with a score of 4.5 and in Germany we rate 4.7 on Kununu as a Top Company. Check out our Welcome to the Jungle site (FR/EN) to learn more about our teams and culture.

Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy. We're a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone. It's a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.