International Tax Director
Phipps Cameron Recruitment • Toulouse, France • Full Time
Posted on Fri, May 1, 2026
Job Description
International Tax Director ( m / f/ d ) Location: Toulouse, France (Hybrid) Scope: Americas & EMEA Regions Start: ImmediatelyContract Type: permanent
Salary: 150.000 EUR base + 20% bonus Are you ready to steer the global tax strategy for a major industrial player with a footprint spanning from Mexico to India? We are looking for a strategic and operational International Tax Director to lead the tax function, optimize global structures, and support international expansion. The Role:
- Strategy & Optimization: Develop and implement the global tax strategy to manage the Group’s effective tax rate (ETR).
- Governance & Compliance: Oversee corporate tax obligations across the Americas and EMEA, ensuring robust internal controls and managing external advisors.
- Transfer Pricing: Design and maintain the Group’s TP policy and documentation (OECD standards, Master/Local Files).
- M&A & Business Partnering: Provide tax structuring for acquisitions and divestitures; advise senior leadership on supply chain and market entry decisions.
- Tax Accounting: Oversee tax provisions under IFRS and manage tax audits/risks globally.
- Leadership: Lead the internal tax function and coordinate with regional finance teams.
- Experience: 12–15+ years in international tax within a multinational corporation or a Big Four firm.
- Sector Expertise: Background in industrial/manufacturing environments
- Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of cross-border taxation, OECD BEPS, Pillar Two, and IFRS.
- Education: Master’s degree in Tax, Law, or Finance; professional certifications (CPA, CTA) are a plus.
- Leadership: Proven ability to translate complex tax concepts into actionable business advice for executive stakeholders.