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bp

Senior Tax Manager

bp

Senior Manager role at bp providing tax compliance and advisory services across UK and Europe while leading a tax team.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in excise tax planning and compliance, with a strong understanding of European C&E regulations and the ability to leverage data analytics for informed decision-making. Proven leadership in managing tax teams and driving modernization through technology-enabled solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Excise Tax PlanningEuropean C&E RegulationsData-Driven Decision-MakingTax Compliance ManagementStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills
Tax AdvisoryTax Risk ManagementTax Policy AdvocacyTax Compliance ProcessesData Analytics
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipAdaptabilityInfluencing Skills
Tools & Technologies
Digital ToolsTechnology-Enabled Tax Transformation
Certifications & Qualifications
ACAACCACTA
Industry Keywords
Tax OperationsMultinational EnvironmentCommercial OperationsTax DisputesContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Reporting to the VP UK, Europe & South Africa, the role holder will be a key contributor within a regional team of tax professionals located in UK, Europe and South Africa, providing C&E expertise across the team’s activities
  • Work with the Tax Operations team to support timely and accurate filings
  • Provide tax advice to all bp’s commercial operations across UK and Europe but also across the globe when required with a focus on C&E matters
  • Develop and maintain relationships with leadership of the regional businesses to understand commercial plans and adapt tax advice in support of their delivery
  • Work with the bpTax Leadership to lead tax risks across bp’s portfolio
  • Continuously identify tax planning initiatives in line with bp’s ethical framework and help facilitate decision making on implementation
  • Manage design, documentation and monitoring of C&E compliance processes in close collaboration with other parts of the Tax and Finance function (incl. all excise licenses and specific tasks of bp’s ITCF) and support managing C&E related reporting (incl. BSI, GFO etc,)
  • Provide tax policy advice and advocacy strategy on European C&E policy matters in support of the Tax Policy team
  • Work with Governments and relevant tax authorities to resolve tax disputes
  • Work fluently with bp’s data and digital tools – continuously improve the use of data and data analytics for the advisory and compliance work
  • Help to drive modernization across tax processes through innovative approaches to standard processes, employing technology and digital solutions to drive improved insights, cost efficiencies and to deliver value
  • Inspire and empower others to achieve organisational aims whilst creating a culture in line with Who We Are, fostering a culture of accountability and inspiring trust
  • Build strong relationships, understand the needs and goals of the team, influence key partners, and drive a culture of continuous improvement in service of bp’s strategic direction

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Educated to degree level with a relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent)
  • Extensive years of experience in excise tax planning and advisory experience in a global or multinational environment
  • Proven experience in leading qualified tax staff
  • Strong business insight and sound judgement in taking risk-based decisions
  • Ability to understand business operations and their tax impact, enabling business teams to make informed decisions that drive profitability and efficiency
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Adaptability and resilience, with a willingness to embrace and inspire change where appropriate
  • Experience with technology-enabled tax transformation and data-driven decision-making
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, manage complex projects, and influence senior partners
  • Technical knowledge of European C&E regulations and other transactional taxes

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • flexible working options
  • collaboration spaces in a modern office environment