Global Head of Tax Compliance and Tax Technology

Boehringer Ingelheim

  • Ingelheim
  • Veröffentlicht am: 25. November 2024
Jobbeschreibung

At Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company, we focus on long-term performance. We believe that, if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can achieve; after all, we started with just 28 people. Now, we are powered by 50,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture.

The position

Join us at Boehringer Ingelheim as the Global Head of Tax Compliance & Tax Technology, a pivotal role where you will drive the continuous development of our global tax compliance and tax technology strategies. You will be at the forefront of optimizing our tax position, leading a dedicated team, and managing comprehensive tax declaration work for numerous legal entities. If you are ready to make a significant impact and drive strategic tax initiatives, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.


  • In your new role, you will be accountable for the continuous development of the global tax compliance strategy including positioning vis-à-vis tax authorities and supporting Boehringer's reputation as a responsible corporate tax citizen.
  • Moreover, you will spearhead the continuous development of a global Tax Technology strategy for the long-term optimization of our tax position (incl. definition of process requirements) across all tax types.
  • With your expertise, you will manage, lead, and develop the Tax Compliance & Tax Technology group, having the functional oversight of 9 team members and reporting to the Global Head of Tax & Trade Governance.
  • Overseeing and controlling the comprehensive tax declaration work for approximately 40 German legal entities will fall under your purview, including tax calculations for annual financial statements.
  • You will be responsible for managing the tax audit in Germany including building strong defense positions and strategic negotiation leadership, while constantly supervising tax issues in the areas of personal income tax, payroll tax and real estate tax, involving related tax functions as well as other affected functions outside of the Tax Department.
  • Moreover, you will be tasked with the continuous optimization and operationalization of our Tax and Trade Compliance Framework, while supervising and implementing relevant new compliance and/or documentation obligations/legislations such as DAC6, Pillar 2, etc..
  • As the Global Head of Tax Compliance & Tax Technology, you will represent Boehringer at associations, committees, and tax conferences, including BDI and VCI.

  • Master's degree in economics or law with a tax advisor exam and long-term international experience in consulting or corporate headquarters with a focus on tax compliance
  • Proven experience in managing employees and projects - binding support of non-specialist interfaces, development, and maintenance of a group-internal network
  • Experience in tax audits and projects, paired with know-how in tax technology
  • Team player with a process-oriented way of working and an analytical, goal-oriented mindset
  • Adaptability and high flexibility, target group specific communication of tax related topics
  • Fluent German and English, both written and spoken

Recruitment process:
Step 1: Online application - The job posting is presumably online until December 20th, 2024.
We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand. Applications up to December 06th, 2024 are guaranteed to be considered.
Step 2: Virtual meeting in the period from beginning of Dec until mid of January
Step 3: On-site interviews beginning end of January


With us, you can grow, collaborate, innovate and improve lives.

We offer challenging work in a respectful and friendly global working environment surrounded by a world of innovation driven mindsets and practices. In addition, learning and development for all employees is key, because your growth is our growth.

Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities.

Want to learn more? visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com

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