International Tax Associate within the Tax Team at OCCO
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Job Summary
| Requisition ID | 36592 |
| Office Country | United Kingdom |
| Office City | London |
| Division | OCCO |
| Full-Time/Part-Time | Full Time |
| Contract Type | Short Term |
| Contract Length | 12 months |
| Posting End Date | 22/04/2026 |
Purpose of Job
The International Tax Associate(the Associate) is primarily responsible for supporting with tax due diligence of cross-border structures used by EBRD clients and their compliance with the Policy on Domiciliation of EBRD Clients (EBRD Domiciliation Policy). This entails reviewing relevant jurisdictions and clients compliance with international tax standards (including standards on tax transparency and on base erosion and profit shifting).
Background
The Associate monitors developments in international tax legal and policy frameworks contributes to the improvement of tax due diligence procedures related processes and guidance notes as well as supports with delivery of internal training for EBRD bankers and other staff.
The Associate assists with reporting and data management functions of the Domiciliation (Tax) Team and the OCCO. This includes helping to compile and manage relevant data statistics and as needed preparing and maintaining databases for internal and external reporting purposes. The Associate further supports with any data and digital transformation initiatives.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
- Accountable to and supervised by the Head of the Domiciliation Team within OCCO and/or to a Principal in the Domiciliation Team.
- Provides technical guidance and advice to banking teams on how to undertake tax due diligence in respect of cross-border structures.
- Reviews the findings of tax due diligence conducted by banking teams; assesses compliance with the EBRD Domiciliation Policy and international tax standards (especially international tax transparency standards and standards on base erosion and profit shifting).
- If required advises on specific tax requirements associated with the use of donor funds.
- Assesses accuracy and completeness of tax information disclosed in the EBRD project approval documentation including documents presented to the EBRD Board.
- Prepares briefings for the Domiciliation Team OCCO and EBRD management identifying tax risks and mitigants.
- Monitors developments in international tax policy (including the work of the OECD in respect of base erosion and profit shifting and that of the Global Forum in respect of tax transparency) and where instructed liaises with key external stakeholders such as other international financial institutions or international tax standard-setters.
- Contributes to the improvement of tax due diligence procedures and to the improvement of the Domiciliation Teams internal processes and guidance notes based on developments in international tax policy best practices and overall effectiveness and efficiency considerations as may be required.
- Maintains the Domiciliation Teams databases and aggregates data to develop accurate dashboards and reports ensuring KPIs and project milestones are correctly captured for departmental monitoring. Supports with data and digital transformation initiatives.
- Supports with the design and delivery of effective training for staff regarding the requirements of the EBRD Domiciliation Policy the conduct of tax due diligence and developments in international tax policy as may be required.
Knowledge Skills Experience & Qualifications
- Degree in law accounting banking or finance or equivalent experience. Specialist qualification (such as a Masters degree) in international tax (or similar) would be an advantage.
- Experience in advising on international tax issues in the tax department of: (i) an international accounting firm; (ii) an international law firm; (iii) an international financial institution; or (iv) other relevant international organisation or national government body. Experience of working in one of the Banks countries of operations would be an advantage.
- Knowledge of principles of international tax tax avoidance strategies and recent developments in international tax policy including the Global Forums tax transparency work and OECDs base erosion and profit shifting package.
- High degree of professionalism integrity and independence.
- Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills including ability to conduct training courses.
- Proven ability to make well-reasoned and considered judgement in complex situations.
- Excellent command of the English language.
- Understanding of EBRDs mission mandate and processes.
What is it like to work at the EBRD / About EBRD
Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation and use your talents to make a real difference to peoples lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.
At EBRD our Values Inclusiveness Innovation Trust and Responsibility are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up collaborating smartly acting decisively with full commitment and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work fostering a positive and high-performing environment.
The EBRD environment provides you with:
- Varied stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial political public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.
- A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds perspectives and experiences bringing fresh ideas energy and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients shareholders and counterparties effectively.
- A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust flexibility and connectedness.
- An environment that places sustainability equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
- A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.
Diversity is one of the Banks core values which are at the heart of everything it does. As such the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial ethnic religious and cultural background gender gender identity sexual orientation age socio-economic background or disability.
Please note that due to the high volume of applications received we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).
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