Head of Tax

At MUFG Pension & Market Services, your senior tax expertise will play a critical role in supporting millions of Australians through a highly regulated, purpose‑driven financial services environment. As part of a global financial institution, you’ll partner closely with executive leaders, lead a geographically dispersed tax function, and shape tax strategy across multiple jurisdictions — all while entering the superannuation sector with strong influence and visibility from day one.

This is a senior leadership role for an experienced tax professional who thrives on complexity, global engagement and commercial problem‑solving.

The Role

As Head of Tax – Global, you will lead MUFG Pension & Market Services’ global tax function, ensuring full compliance with corporate and indirect tax obligations across all jurisdictions while providing trusted, commercial tax advice to the business.

You will operate as a senior business partner to the CFO, executive leadership team and global stakeholders, with a strong focus on tax risk management, governance, transfer pricing and supporting strategic initiatives such as acquisitions, restructures and international expansion.

Key Responsibilities

Your day‑to‑day will include:

• Acting as the global tax lead and primary point of contact with tax authorities across all jurisdictions in which MUFG Pension & Market Services operates
• Partnering with senior leaders and business units (Finance, Legal, HR, Technology, Treasury) to resolve complex tax matters and embed tax‑effective, compliant outcomes into operations and supplier arrangements
• Leading tax risk management and governance, including development and maintenance of frameworks aligned to the Tax Risk Management and Governance Policy
• Overseeing global direct and indirect tax compliance, ensuring accurate, timely filings and robust procedures across all entities
• Providing expert advice on transfer pricing, capital management, inter‑group arrangements, debt vs equity funding and cross‑border transactions
• Supporting and advising on strategic projects including acquisitions, divestments, restructures and entry into new jurisdictions
• Managing tax accounting, effective tax rate determination and tax effect accounting for management, statutory and group reporting
• Leading, coaching and developing a global team of tax professionals, while managing relationships with external advisors and regulators

About You

You are a senior tax leader who combines deep technical expertise with strong commercial judgement and stakeholder influence.

You will bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Law
• CA, CPA or CTA qualification
• 10+ years’ experience in large multinational organisations or top‑tier accounting firms, operating at Senior Manager or Director level
• Strong understanding of Australian tax legislation, with exposure to UK, Irish and New Zealand taxation highly regarded
• Demonstrated experience in tax risk management, governance frameworks and transfer pricing
• Proven ability to lead tax functions across international entities, partnering effectively with senior executives and global stakeholders
• Experience managing tax accounting, reporting and compliance under current accounting standards
• A pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach with the confidence to operate autonomously at executive level
• Excellent written, verbal and numerate skills, with strong systems capability (e.g. CCH Integrator or similar)

Desirable:

• Master of Taxation, Tax Law or similar postgraduate qualification

Some of Our Employment Benefits

• Flexible Working – hybrid model enabling our employees to work in the office and at home
• Purchased Leave, Parental Leave, Volunteer Leave, Gender transition leave, Well‑being leave
• Employee Recognition Program
• Talent Referral Program
• Salary Sacrificing via Superannuation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Learning & Development – self‑paced learning and educational assistance support
• Employee discounts – including Bupa and Microsoft
• Novated Car Leasing

Culture at MUFG Pension & Market Services

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value diverse perspectives and promote a flexible, blended work environment where our people can thrive. We know diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement and growth — and together, we achieve our full potential.

We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical ability, religious belief, political belief, marital or family status or caring responsibilities.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now with your resume outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Applicants must have valid work rights. Background screening will apply prior to commencement.

About Us

Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences.

A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity and data insights.