We are looking for a new band member to join the Spotify Global Tax team as a Senior Director - EMEA and APAC. This newly created position will report into the VP of Tax in New York, and is based in Stockholm, Sweden. In this exciting role, you will lead a team of dedicated tax professionals in a high growth organization.
You will manage the corporate tax obligations for the region, lead the direct tax team members based in Stockholm, India and Singapore and work with your colleagues to advise on the tax considerations of new and existing business lines, provide advice with respect to the tax consequences of contracts and deals, and monitor and assess the impact of tax legislative updates on Spotify. You will collaborate with global tax team members and ensure clear communication and execution across the group. You will enjoy working cross functionally with fantastic bandmates in the finance, business, and tech teams. Above all, your work will impact the way the world experiences audio.
What You'll Do
Manage the European and Asia Pacific tax operations including oversight of regional corporate tax matters including direct tax and withholding taxes, while working closely with the Global tax function based in New York as well as colleagues in Stockholm
Lead the direct tax team members in Stockholm, India, and Singapore
Partner with tax and business colleagues to review and provide comprehensive tax advice on new business lines and contracts
Work closely with colleagues in legal overseeing corporate tax governance matters, with a specific focus in Luxembourg, Sweden and The Netherlands
Advise on regional tax considerations of M&A transactions and integration plans
Partner with Treasury with respect to tax consequences of capital structuring plans
Partner with the transfer pricing team to ensure positions are clearly and accurately reflected in tax filings and documentation
Partner with colleagues to support and manage inquiries and audits from tax authorities.
Work closely with the Reporting team to ensure tax positions are accurately reflected in financial statements
Oversee tax compliance for the European and Asia Pacific markets, with a specific focus in Sweden, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, India and the UK, in ensuring timely and accurate tax filings and supporting documentation
Other projects as needed
Who You Are
Strong academic credentials including university degree with relevant education including accounting, law, economics, business administration, or any combination thereof
Minimum of 20 years' experience working in Swedish Corporate Tax Law
Broad experience with European tax regulations impacting multinational corporations
Industry experience in technology or media coupled with Big 4 or law firm experience is ideal
Experience with advising on corporate tax considerations for treasury management operations
Experience in partnering with tax policy teams to ensure corporate tax developments are properly considered and analyzed
Experience in reviewing complex contracts to identify and advise on tax consequences
Mergers & Acquisitions experience
Strong understanding of broad global corporate tax matters including direct tax, withholding taxes, PE considerations as well as the evolving OECD Pillar 1 & Pillar 2 projects
Experience in partnering with colleagues to ensure tax positions are properly reflected in tax filings and financial statements
Proven track record of consistent high-caliber performance and professional success
Proficiency in English language is essential; Swedish language proficiency is preferred
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Strong Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office skills
Intellectually curious and eager to learn and develop every day
Thrives where change is the only constant, excels in fast paced, informal, and often ambiguous environments
Able to travel when necessary
Where You'll Be
This is a hybrid role based in our Stockholm office (2 to 3 days a week required)
Working hours? We operate within the CET zone for collaboration.