Head of Tax

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Your New Role

      Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking a globally experienced and strategic Head of Tax to lead the company’s comprehensive tax function across its Streaming and Studios businesses. This executive role will oversee tax strategy, planning, compliance, and operations across multiple pillars including Corporate Tax, Treasury & M&A Tax Planning, Transfer Pricing, State and Local Tax (SALT), VAT/Indirect Tax, and leadership of Regional Tax Teams. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Head of Tax will be responsible for navigating complex global tax environments, driving operational excellence, and supporting strategic initiatives across a rapidly evolving media landscape.

Your Role Accountabilities

Corporate Tax Strategy & Governance

• Lead global corporate tax strategy and policy development, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee tax compliance and reporting across all jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness.
• Manage relationships with external advisors, auditors, and tax authorities.
• Monitor legislative changes and assess business impact.
• Partner with legal and government affairs to advocate for favorable tax policy.

Tax Planning for Treasury & M&A

• Partner with Treasury and Corporate Development to design and execute tax-efficient structures for financing, repatriation, and acquisitions.
• Lead tax due diligence, structuring, and integration for M&A transactions.
• Advise on entity rationalization, IP migration, and cross-border tax planning.

Regional Tax Leadership

• Manage and mentor regional tax leaders across EMEA, LATAM, APAC, and North America.
• Ensure consistent application of global tax policies and alignment with local regulations.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across regions.

Global Tax Challenges

• Navigate evolving international tax frameworks including OECD Pillar One & Two, BEPS, and digital services taxes.
• Address tax complexities related to streaming revenue models, content production, and global licensing.
• Mitigate risks associated with regulatory changes, tax audits, and cross-border operations.
• Lead proactive planning to manage tax exposure in high-risk jurisdictions.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CFO and executive leadership on tax matters.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Treasury, and HR to support cross-functional initiatives.
• Represent Warner Bros. Discovery in external forums, industry groups, and regulatory engagements.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Build and mentor a diverse, globally distributed team of accounting professionals.
• Champion talent development, succession planning, and leadership capability across international finance teams.
• Model and drive department agility through a culture of continuous process improvement and change management.
• Encourage collaboration and productive relationships across teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• 15+ years of progressive tax leadership experience in global, publicly traded companies.
• Deep expertise in corporate tax, international tax planning, transfer pricing, and indirect tax.
• Proven track record of leading complex tax operations and strategic initiatives.
• Strong understanding of media, entertainment, and digital streaming business models.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s, JD, or LLM preferred.
• CPA or equivalent international tax certification.

• Problem-Solving skills, ability to