Lead Indirect Tax

Highlights

• Build Helsing’s indirect tax function covering VAT, customs and stamp duty.
• Set indirect tax policy for hardware, software and AI services.
• Deliver German e-invoicing readiness and company-wide tax training.

What they offer

• Competitive salary and VSOP options
• Relocation support up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
• €500/£450 yearly learning allowance
• Gym membership and mental health support via Nilo.health
• Regular company events and monthly social allowances
• Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks primary, 6 weeks secondary caregivers
• 5 days paid family emergency leave and family support

Ideal candidate

Mission-driven indirect tax specialist who combines technical depth with hands-on delivery and communicates complex positions clearly to commercial teams.

Requirements

• Qualified German tax adviser (Steuerberater) or equivalent with specialism in indirect tax
• Deep, hands-on VAT and customs expertise, comfortable with calculations and policy
• Advised on indirect tax across several jurisdictions including EU VAT Directive and UK VAT and customs
• Can explain complex tax positions clearly to colleagues outside finance
• Communicate fluently in German and English