Director Group Taxation
Glasgow
Salary: Competitive bonus car allowance private medical insurance and more
Closing Date: Wednesday 5th November 2025
Help us create a better future quicker
At ScottishPower were committed to building a Net Zero future and our tax team is central to that mission. As Director of Group Taxation you will oversee our UK tax operations reporting directly to the General Counsel as part of the wider Legal Services team while also serving as a key member of the global Iberdrola Group tax function. Youll lead our UK tax function ensuring we manage tax risk comply with Iberdrolas Corporate Tax Policy and optimise our group tax position.
Youll play a key role in commercial transactions and investment decisions helping shape the future of a major energy business. Whether your experience comes from industry or a senior consultancy background this is your opportunity to make a real impact on the UKs energy transition and contribute to a more sustainable world.
What youll be doing
Youll inspire and guide a talented tax team supporting their development and ensuring we deliver on our annual objectives. Working at the heart of a UK tax group that includes around 30 subsidiary companies and joint ventures youll help manage significant ongoing capital investmentover 2 billion annuallyacross our networks renewables and retail businesses.
Youll collaborate with colleagues across the UK and global businesses and with external advisers bringing your expertise to major transactions and projects that shape the future of a leading energy company.
Youll keep up to date with the evolving tax landscape identifying risks and opportunities and youll build strong positive relationships with stakeholders including business teams HMRC and auditors. And youll always be looking for ways to drive improvements and efficiencies helping us stay ahead in a fast-changing environment.
What youll bring
Youll bring significant commercial tax experience and be adept at navigating the complexities inherent to large regulated organisationspreferably within the energy or utilities sectorwhether your background is in a senior consultancy position or industry role.
Youll hold a Chartered Tax Adviser and/or Chartered Accountant qualification (or equivalent). Your up-to-date knowledge of business taxes and tax reporting will be matched by your ability to interpret complex information and make sound decisions. Youll have a proven track record of leading and developing teams and youll be a confident communicator able to explain tax matters clearly to a wide range of audiences. And youll bring a collaborative flexible approach with the ability to plan organise and deliver in a dynamic environment.
Whats in it for you
As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme well double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.
At ScottishPower we believe its the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your familys wellbeing save for your future and take personal steps for climate action our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world today and tomorrow. Thats why our benefits include:
Why ScottishPower
ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future were at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over 6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals in a global organisation.
Inclusion diversity and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds identities and experiences. We know that diverse teams make us stronger and more innovative and were committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.
ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities long term conditions mental health conditions or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support please reach out to
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Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.
IMPORTANT
Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below
November-5-2025Required Experience:
Director