Global Tax Manager

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Wilhelmsen Ships Service (WSS) is looking for a Global Tax Manager  

Role: Global Tax Manager  

Location: Lysaker, Norway 
Employment Type: Full-time 
 

Are you passionate about global tax and transfer pricing? Do you want to be part of a company that operates on a global scale?  

Wilhelmsen Ships Service sells maintenance products and services to globally trading vessels in 70+ countries, through 50+ legal entities. The end-users of our products (the vessels) move from one part of the world to another within the span of weeks and expect to get a fully integrated and seamless customer experience wherever they are. This a fundamental aspect of our business, and it requires WSS to operate a truly global (not just multi-national) business model, in which products and tasks are distributed throughout our global marine supply system.  

A key success factor with this business model is our ability to competently and proactively manage tax and transfer pricing issues, as there is no shortage of challenges. If you have a true interest in international transfer pricing, we make the claim that there are few companies head-officed in Norway where you will get a broader exposure and possibility to make a significant difference and take real decisions on a field which is a vital component of the company’s competitive advantage. 

The ideal candidate is not necessarily a tax lawyer but is someone with practical experience with tax and transfer pricing in an international setting.  

What you will be doing:  

• Ensure overall tax compliance for WSS globally 

• Drive strategic tax planning, including the use of Double Tax Agreements 

• Develop and maintain transfer pricing models and global agreements 

• Address withholding tax issues 

• Maintain and implement a tax-efficient legal structure 

• Support WSS subsidiaries in tax audits and claims handling 

• Develop and maintain internal tax reporting procedures 

• Provide support on M&A-related tax planning, in collaboration with external advisors 

• Monitor and evaluate international tax law changes and their business impact 

• Coordinate with external tax advisors and local finance teams 

• Work closely with the Wilhelmsen corporate tax team and other stakeholders 

• Take on ad hoc tax analysis and strategic tasks as needed 

What we are looking for:  

We’re looking for a hands-on, practical professional—not necessarily a tax lawyer—with a solid understanding of international tax and a keen interest in transfer pricing. This is a role where you can make a real difference and take ownership in a truly global environment. 

• Master’s degree in Law or Business 

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in tax or transfer pricing 

• Strong knowledge of international tax, especially transfer pricing 

• Familiarity with OE