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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

 

Everything we do in Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

 

Your role: 
We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Tax to join our Surface Solutions finance team. The Surface Solutions business unit, a mid-sized multinational leader in the pigments industry, is subject to a planned divestment to the company Global New Materials International (GNMI), headquartered in China, as of August 1st 2025. This role will be part of the divestment.

 

Surface Solutions is planned to become a standalone business under GNMI ownership. In this context, a fully-fledged, dedicated Finance function for Surface Solutions needs to be build-up. The Head of Tax is critical for developing and implementing a comprehensive global tax strategy, including a robust transfer pricing concept, and ensuring tax compliance for over 15 legal entities in more than 10 countries.

 

The successful candidate should have a broad tax technical profile, and the ability to partner effectively with business stakeholders and external tax consultants. You will manage and lead all Global Tax Affairs, develop and implement a global tax strategy, including a transfer pricing concept that aligns with business objectives and regulatory requirements, monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business, providing strategic insights and recommendations. You will as well develop and lead the newly created Tax team, establish an efficient team (internal + BPO) in collaboration with the CFO by defining, implementing and finetuning roles, processes, and related tools to ensure seamless execution of tax process and tax compliance post-carve-out. 

 

Who you are:

Master’s degree in taxation, finance & accounting, or a related field plus additional relevant professional certification (e.g., Chartered Tax Advisor) preferred.Proven broad experience (15+years) in tax roles comprising global tax strategy development, direct tax compliance, and transfer price management, ideally also within a mid-sized international company.Strong technical skills related to international tax laws and regulations, with a focus on direct tax matters and related systemsAgile mind set, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, focusing on enabling business while ensuring tax complianceAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging with diverse internal and external stakeholders.Fluency in English (both written and spoken).

 

Join us in shaping the new Finance team and processes of the newly independent business that empower our business and enable financial success.

 

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!