Full-Time

Head of Tax Product

Managing Director

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

State Street

State Street

10,001+ employees

Asset management and custody banking services

Fintech
Financial Services

Expert

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

London, UK

Hybrid position.

Category
Insurance
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Product Management
Requirements
  • 10+ years of fund or custody tax experience; excellent knowledge of multiple withholding tax and funds tax regimes across the EMEA region.
  • Demonstrable leadership skills and the ability to positively influence colleagues in other functional areas, including non-tax professionals.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain complex tax matters in concise, accurate, layperson terms.
  • Qualification in tax, law or accounting essential (CTA, legal qualification or CA/CPA)
Responsibilities
  • Drive custody and fund tax services’ strategic direction in the EMEA region, weighing tax technical and operational risks with commercial opportunities and client deliverables.
  • Work closely with partners in Product, Operations, Technology and Corporate functions to execute business unit strategy, product and geographic expansion efforts, and a scalable technology and operating model solution.
  • Engage and develop relationships with key clients and third parties including consultants and tax advisors.
  • Identify market leading technology solutions for custody and funds tax and drive business case for investment in tax systems (e.g. buy or build).
  • Act as a tax product lead for RFPs and represent State Street in client pitches together with senior business owners. Lead standardisation of custody and funds tax presentations and marketing materials from a global and regional perspective.
  • Through active engagement with industry associations and private/public forums on tax matters, drive initiatives aimed at simplifying tax operational processes and opportunities for tax optimisation.
  • Act as the Product lead for any product development requirements arising from new EMEA regulations, including (but not limited to) EU FASTER and German MikaDiv.

State Street Corporation operates in the financial services industry, focusing on asset management and custody banking. It provides a variety of services to institutional investors, such as mutual funds and pension funds, through its division, State Street Global Advisors, which manages investment portfolios and offers advisory services. The company serves a wide range of clients, including corporations, governments, and non-profit organizations, and utilizes its global network and expertise to deliver customized financial solutions. State Street generates revenue from management fees for overseeing client assets, transaction fees from trading, and service fees for custody and administration. Additionally, it is recognized for its commitment to leadership and diversity, promoting a culture that supports employee growth and inclusion.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

1792

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased ESG investing aligns with State Street's diversity and inclusion commitment.
  • Digital assets and cryptocurrencies offer growth opportunities for State Street's custody services.
  • The rise of passive investing and ETFs expands opportunities for State Street Global Advisors.

What critics are saying

  • Intensifying competition from firms like BlackRock and Vanguard may impact State Street's growth.
  • Regulatory scrutiny could increase compliance costs for State Street globally.
  • Technological advancements in fintech pose a threat to State Street's traditional banking model.

What makes State Street unique

  • State Street excels in asset management and custody banking for institutional investors.
  • The company is committed to innovation and inclusive leadership in financial services.
  • State Street Global Advisors offers tailored investment solutions to meet diverse client needs.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Professional Development Budget

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Bonus